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ANI | China has unveiled its first next-generation amphibious assault ship, marking a significant step in the country's ongoing efforts to expand its military capabilities, CNN reported.
The ship, named Sichuan, was launched on Friday at a shipyard in Shanghai, according to the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN). This launch is part of China's drive to bolster its naval power and rival the military strength of the United States.
The Sichuan, a Type 076 amphibious assault ship, represents a major upgrade in China's naval fleet. The vessel is designed to enhance the country's long-range operational capabilities and is considered a "key asset" for advancing the Navy's transformation.
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With a full-load displacement of over 40,000 tons, the Type 076 ranks among the world's largest amphibious assault ships. It features a twin-island superstructure and a full-length flight deck, allowing it to carry both fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, as per reports by CNN.
One of the standout features of the Sichuan is its electromagnetic catapult system, which sets it apart from other amphibious assault ships. The system allows the ship to launch larger and heavier aircraft, providing enhanced range and firepower.
This improvement allows aircraft to carry more fuel, increasing the ship's overall combat range, and more bombs or missiles, enhancing the strike capability of the aircraft themselves.
With this development, China continues to build carriers and large warships at an accelerated pace, positioning itself as a formidable naval power. The Sichuan is just one example of China's strategic push to project power far beyond its shores and close the gap with the United States' military supremacy, CNN reported.
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The electromagnetic catapult system used in the Sichuan is also found on the US Navy's newest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, underscoring the advanced technology employed by both nations
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With a full-load displacement of over 40,000 tons, the Type 076 ranks among the world's largest amphibious assault ships. It features a twin-island superstructure and a full-length flight deck, allowing it to carry both fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, as per reports by CNN.

ANI | China has unveiled its first next-generation amphibious assault ship, marking a significant step in the country's ongoing efforts to expand its military capabilities, CNN reported. The ship, named Sichuan, was launched on Friday at a shipyard in Shanghai, according to the People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN). This launch is part of China's drive to bolster its naval power and rival the military strength of the United States. The Sichuan, a Type 076 amphibious assault ship, represents a major upgrade in China's naval fleet. The vessel is designed to enhance the country's long-range operational capabilities and is considered a "key asset" for advancing the Navy's transformation. Also read | Explainer: India needs a third aircraft carrier With a full-load displacement of over 40,000 tons, the Type 076 ranks among the world's largest amphibious assault ships. It features a twin-island superstructure and a full-length flight deck, allowing it to carry both fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, as per reports by CNN. One of the standout features of the Sichuan is its electromagnetic catapult system, which sets it apart from other amphibious assault ships. The system allows the ship to launch larger and heavier aircraft, providing enhanced range and firepower. This improvement allows aircraft to carry more fuel, increasing the ship's overall combat range, and more bombs or missiles, enhancing the strike capability of the aircraft themselves. With this development, China continues to build carriers and large warships at an accelerated pace, positioning itself as a formidable naval power. The Sichuan is just one example of China's strategic push to project power far beyond its shores and close the gap with the United States' military supremacy, CNN reported. Also read | UK woman, 18, was fired for wearing sports shoes at work, gets over $37,000 in compensation The electromagnetic catapult system used in the Sichuan is also found on the US Navy's newest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, underscoring the advanced technology employed by both nations Disclaimer: This story has been published from ANI feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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China has sanctioned seven military-industrial companies and related senior executives over U.S. arms assistance and sales to Taiwan, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday.
Boeing subsidiary Insitu Inc., RTX Inc.'s Raytheon Canada and Raytheon Australia, as well as Hudson Technologies Co. are among the companies listed by the ministry in a statement.
The US recently approved USD 571.3 million in defence support for Taiwan, after giving the go-ahead to arms sales worth an estimated USD 385 million.
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China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory and has never renounced the use of force to bring the island under its control. Taiwan strongly objects to China's sovereignty claims and says only the island's people can decide their future.
The US is bound by law to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself, despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties between Washington and Taipei.
The sanctions will freeze the companies and executives' assets in China and ban organizations and individuals in China from trading or collaborating with them, the ministry said.
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The US move "seriously undermines China's sovereignty and territorial integrity," a ministry spokesperson said in a regular press briefing on Friday.
China urges the US to abide by the one-China principle and stop arming Taiwan, the spokesperson Mao Ning said, adding that Beijing will "take all necessary measures" to safeguard its security and interests.
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World: Boeing subsidiary Insitu Inc., RTX Inc.'s Raytheon Canada and Raytheon Australia, as well as Hudson Technologies Co. are among the companies listed by the ministry.

China has sanctioned seven military-industrial companies and related senior executives over U.S. arms assistance and sales to Taiwan, the Chinese foreign ministry said on Friday. Boeing subsidiary Insitu Inc., RTX Inc.'s Raytheon Canada and Raytheon Australia, as well as Hudson Technologies Co. are among the companies listed by the ministry in a statement. The US recently approved USD 571.3 million in defence support for Taiwan, after giving the go-ahead to arms sales worth an estimated USD 385 million. Also read: China 'firmly opposes' outgoing US President Biden's approval of $571.3 million military aid for Taiwan China claims democratically governed Taiwan as its own territory and has never renounced the use of force to bring the island under its control. Taiwan strongly objects to China's sovereignty claims and says only the island's people can decide their future. The US is bound by law to provide Taiwan with the means to defend itself, despite the lack of formal diplomatic ties between Washington and Taipei. The sanctions will freeze the companies and executives' assets in China and ban organizations and individuals in China from trading or collaborating with them, the ministry said. Also read: Pentagon releases annual report on China's military developments showing disturbing rise in nukes The US move "seriously undermines China's sovereignty and territorial integrity," a ministry spokesperson said in a regular press briefing on Friday. China urges the US to abide by the one-China principle and stop arming Taiwan, the spokesperson Mao Ning said, adding that Beijing will "take all necessary measures" to safeguard its security and interests. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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Blurry images of two seemingly new Chinese military aircraft with an unusual design appeared online on Friday (Dec 27). Reacting to the images, defence experts said that these aircraft were advanced designs, but there was not enough information to come to definitive conclusions.
Both the aircraft were tailless, meaning they did not have verticle stabilisers to help maintain control. A report by the news agency Reuters said that such aircraft were typically kept stable by computers that interpreted the pilot's control inputs.
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China has not commented on the developments yet. Meanwhile, the United States (US) said it was aware of the reports of these unusual aircraft but did not comment beyond what was included in its annual report on the Chinese military which was released earlier this month.&nbsp;
<h2>What do the blurry images reveal?</h2>
The larger of the two designs is roughly diamond-shaped, with three air intakes for its engines - two alongside the fuselage and one on top - an extremely unusual configuration, Reuters reported. The smaller one has a more conventional layout, but no tail.
Both have the lack of 90-degree angles typical of stealth shaping, which is designed to reduce radar detection.
<h2>'Appears to be a highly original design'</h2>
Speaking to the news agency, Euan Graham, a senior analyst at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, said that the designs showed the willingness of China's aviation industry to experiment and innovate.
"Whatever the merits or demerits, it appears to be a highly original design," Graham said.
"They deserve kudos for that, and should shake off any lingering complacency that the US and its allies always set the pace," he added.
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World | Both the jets have the lack of 90-degree angles typical of stealth shaping, which is designed to reduce radar detection, a report by the news agency Reuters said. 

Blurry images of two seemingly new Chinese military aircraft with an unusual design appeared online on Friday (Dec 27). Reacting to the images, defence experts said that these aircraft were advanced designs, but there was not enough information to come to definitive conclusions. Both the aircraft were tailless, meaning they did not have verticle stabilisers to help maintain control. A report by the news agency Reuters said that such aircraft were typically kept stable by computers that interpreted the pilot's control inputs. Also read | Pakistan to acquire 40 J-35 fighter jets from China: Reports China has not commented on the developments yet. Meanwhile, the United States (US) said it was aware of the reports of these unusual aircraft but did not comment beyond what was included in its annual report on the Chinese military which was released earlier this month. What do the blurry images reveal? The larger of the two designs is roughly diamond-shaped, with three air intakes for its engines - two alongside the fuselage and one on top - an extremely unusual configuration, Reuters reported. The smaller one has a more conventional layout, but no tail. Both have the lack of 90-degree angles typical of stealth shaping, which is designed to reduce radar detection. 'Appears to be a highly original design' Speaking to the news agency, Euan Graham, a senior analyst at the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, said that the designs showed the willingness of China's aviation industry to experiment and innovate. "Whatever the merits or demerits, it appears to be a highly original design," Graham said. "They deserve kudos for that, and should shake off any lingering complacency that the US and its allies always set the pace," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

A tailless fighter jet?: Blurry images show new Chinese military aircraft with unusual design

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