Fujian
Coverage of Fujian in the Nexus archive.
- Why it matters that China’s advanced fighters can use all its carriers
China's older aircraft carriers, such as the Liaoning, can now operate with the advanced Fujian carrier's fighter jets, as demonstrated by PLA exercises showing J-15T jets taking off and landing on the Liaoning. The exercises, conducted during a 40-day mission in the South China Sea and Pacific Ocean, highlight interoperability between carriers using different launch systems.
- Hong Kong to send welfare cash to elderly’s mainland Chinese bank accounts from July
Hong Kong will allow elderly welfare recipients in Guangdong and Fujian to receive cash assistance directly into their mainland Chinese bank accounts starting July. Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu announced the service during a visit to Fujian.
- China’s newest aircraft carrier sails through the Taiwan Strait
China's newest and most powerful aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has sailed through the Taiwan Strait, according to Taiwan's Defense Ministry.
- Hong Kong, Fujian sign 6 deals to deepen finance, tourism and education ties
Hong Kong and Fujian signed six agreements to enhance collaboration in finance, trade, tourism, and education. The fifth Hong Kong-Fujian Cooperation Conference finalized 28 projects across 11 areas, including aviation, logistics, innovation, and legal services.
- Could all of China’s aircraft carriers soon operate J-35 stealth fighters?
China's three aircraft carriers may soon be capable of operating the J-35 stealth fighter. Currently, only the Fujian carrier with electromagnetic catapults can launch the J-35, while the Liaoning and Shandong use ski-jump decks for J-15 fighters. Chinese experts believe this capability upgrade would significantly enhance the PLA Navy's combat effectiveness.
- Weather tracker: Torrential rain in southern China leads to flooding fears
Southern China is experiencing torrential rain with rainfall exceeding 100mm in provinces like Guangxi, Guangdong, and Fujian, prompting government agencies to emphasize flood prevention measures. The Office of the State Flood Control and Drought Relief Headquarters and the Ministry of Emergency Management are coordinating emergency responses to mitigate flooding risks.
- How Advanced Is China’s Third Aircraft Carrier?
China commissioned its third aircraft carrier, the Fujian, on November 5, 2025, marking a significant advancement in its naval capabilities. The Fujian features an electromagnetic catapult launch system (EMALS) and displaces 80,000 tonnes, making it more advanced than China's previous carriers but still lagging behind U.S. nuclear-powered carriers in certain aspects.