China has commissioned its third aircraft carrier - "Fujian"

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The People's Republic of China proudly presented its third aircraft carrier named "Fujian." This is the first ship of this type that has been fully designed and built in China. This was reported by the Financial Times. The opening ceremony took place in Hainan, where the country's president Xi Jinping was present.

The aircraft carrier "Fujian" is equipped with three electromagnetic catapults, allowing it to launch fighter jets similar to the American "Gerald Ford" class carriers. However, unlike them, this ship uses a traditional power plant, which reduces its autonomous sailing capabilities.

Despite the fact that China is still lagging behind the U.S. in naval aviation, the country is actively developing testing and deployment of carrier-based aviation. Experts emphasize that with the increasing threats from strike drones and anti-ship missiles, aircraft carriers are becoming more vulnerable; however, Beijing continues to view them as a key element of strategic deterrence.
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