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China s third aircraft carrier, Fujian, has embarked on its maiden trials, signaling the country s naval expansion to challenge the US. With a focus on testing propulsion and electrical systems, the trials are expected to last two years before the carrier joins the fleet in five years. Fujian is the largest and most advanced Chinese aircraft carrier, equipped with the Electromagnetic Aircraft Launch System (EMALS) for smoother, more efficient aircraft launches. China s naval modernization is seen as a strategic move to assert dominance in the Indo-Pacific region.
France is progressing with its next-generation aircraft carrier, the PANG (porte-avions de nouvelle génération), set to begin construction in 2031 and enter service by the late 2030s. Recent developments include awarding contracts for long lead items like nuclear propulsion systems to Naval Group, Chantiers de l’Atlantique, and TechnicAtome.