Shandong (Aircraft Carrier)

The Shandong is China's first domestically-built aircraft carrier, completed and commissioned in 2019. It enhances China's naval capabilities by allowing the deployment of fighter jets and support aircraft at sea, projecting power and safeguarding maritime interests. Built to resemble and function like other modern aircraft carriers, the Shandong provides a platform for air operations, extending China's influence in international waters. Its development reflects China's focus on strengthening its navy as part of broader military modernization and strategic ambitions.