# Zhoushan

Rooted in the Rocks: The Strategic Gardening of China's Island Garrisons

Chinese military forces in the Zhoushan islands have transformed barren maritime outposts into self-sustaining gardens, using agriculture to bolster psychological resilience and logistical independence. This 'civilianization' of isolated military bases serves both a tactical and an ideological role in China's long-term maritime strategy.

SoMi2026年6月8日 12:08

#China#Military#Zhoushan

A vivid blue fishing boat with a person onboard navigates the waters near Zhoushan, China.

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Echoes of the Lisbon Maru: Why a WWII Maritime Tragedy Still Anchors Sino-British Ties

Descendants of British WWII POWs visited Zhoushan to commemorate the 1942 Lisbon Maru incident, where local Chinese fishermen rescued 384 soldiers from Japanese forces. The event highlights a rare point of historical cooperation and humanitarianism that continues to influence modern Sino-British relations.

SoMi2026年5月20日 13:23

#Lisbon Maru#Zhoushan#Sino-British Relations