Yulin Naval Base

Yulin Naval Base is a Chinese military facility located on Hainan Island, serving as a strategic port for the People's Liberation Army Navy. It supports the Chinese navy’s operations in the South China Sea and beyond, providing logistics, repair, and deployment capabilities for various ships and submarines. The base enhances China’s maritime presence and regional influence, enabling sustained naval activity in contentious waters. Its facilities include docks, maintenance yards, and military infrastructure, making it a key component of China's maritime defense strategy in Southeast Asia and the broader Indo-Pacific region.