# West Pacific
Latest news and articles about West Pacific
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China’s Amphibious Ambitions: The Maturing Air Wing of the Type 075 Anhui
The deployment of China’s third Type 075 amphibious assault ship, the Anhui, showcases a maturing air wing featuring the advanced Z-20J and Z-20F helicopters. While the PLAN has achieved significant progress in integrating its amphibious ready groups, it still lacks the organic fixed-wing support and tilt-rotor capabilities found in U.S. naval forces.
Beijing Asserts Maritime Reach as Liaoning Carrier Group Confronts Japanese Surveillance in West Pacific
China's Liaoning carrier group recently conducted training in the West Pacific, where it encountered and managed surveillance from Japanese forces. The Chinese Ministry of Defense defended the fleet's actions as lawful, emphasizing its growing ability to operate in deep-sea environments despite regional friction.
The Stealth Leap: China’s J-35 Integration Upends the Naval Balance in the West Pacific
China has successfully tested its J-35 stealth fighter on ski-jump carriers, granting all three of its current carriers fifth-generation combat capabilities. This development shifts the tactical balance in the West Pacific, allowing China to potentially outnumber U.S. carrier presence in the region while offering a more capable alternative to the U.S.-led 'Lightning Carrier' doctrine.
China’s Stealth Leap: How the J-35 is Set to Transform Its Aging Carrier Fleet
Recent PLA Navy drills in the West Pacific have confirmed the J-35 stealth fighter's compatibility with China's older ski-jump carriers. This development provides a massive upgrade to the combat power of the Liaoning and Shandong, allowing for flexible, cross-carrier deployment of China's most advanced naval aircraft.
Beyond the First Island Chain: The Liaoning Carrier Strike Group Flexes Its Deep-Sea Muscles
The Liaoning aircraft carrier group has commenced rare live-fire and tactical drills in the West Pacific, signaling a shift toward advanced blue-water combat readiness. By announcing the drills preemptively, Beijing is asserting its presence while honing skills critical for both maritime defense and potential amphibious support operations.