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    China’s Newest Aircraft Carrier Fujian: A Geospatial Analysis

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    On 23 April, the People’s Liberation Army Navy conducted a propulsion test of their latest and most modern Type 003 aircraft carrier, the Fujian [source]. By every indication, the test went well and was ultimately successful. We thus utilized a series of geospatial intelligence tools to confirm the presence of the Fujian at the Jiangnan Shipyard in Shanghai. The Fujian will pose a serious threat to Taiwan’s air defence capabilities and enhance the PLAN’s force projection capabilities into the South China Sea.

    Key Judgement-1: It is highly likely that the Fujian will enhance the PLAN’s force projection capabilities in the next 12 months.

    Key Judgment-2: It is likely that the Fujian will allow the PLAN to increasingly threaten Taiwan’s air defence capabilities in the next 12 months.

    Key Judgement-3: It is likely that the Fujian will be deployed in contested waters in the South China Sea in the next 12 months.

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    Alec Smith
    Alec Smith
    Alec Smith is a graduate of the MSC International Relations program of the University of Aberdeen and holds an LLB in Global Law from Tilburg University. He works in the private sector in field investigations and security.

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