SECURITYSCMP CHINA
Why Hainan holds the key to survival for China’s aircraft carriers
Hainan's PLA Navy aircraft carrier base is strategically vital for China's fleet survivability and countering U.S. containment along the first island chain. The base could also support a maritime blockade around Taiwan during conflicts, with China operating three carriers including the catapult-equipped advanced model.
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