PLA Navy
Coverage of PLA Navy in the Nexus archive.
- PLA Navy officer recalls dramatic Sudan evacuation at Hong Kong barracks open day
A PLA Navy officer who helped evacuate hundreds of Chinese nationals during the Sudanese civil war shared the emotional experience at a Hong Kong barracks open day. The mission was carried out by the guided-missile destroyer Nanning and the guided-missile frigate Hengyang during a port call as part of Hong Kong's anniversary celebrations.
- Hong Kong students tour PLA Navy warships for lesson on national defence
Hong Kong students toured PLA Navy warships Nanning and Hengyang during a five-day port call. The visit, part of a national defense lesson, coincided with the 29th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to Chinese sovereignty on July 1. A student from Pui Kiu College described observing the ships' interior weapons.
- 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.
- 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.