Images suggest a new ship design unlike anything now in China's navy, five analysts told NBC News.

Summary

Satellite images suggest China is developing a massive nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, potentially matching the size and capabilities of U.S. supercarriers, analysts told NBC News.

The ship, possibly the Type 004, appears to feature four electromagnetic catapults for launching fighter jets, a design shift from China’s current fleet.

Experts say this move aligns with China’s goal of building a “blue-water navy” to rival the U.S.

While Beijing has not confirmed the project, U.S. officials view China’s military expansion as a strategic challenge in the Indo-Pacific.

  • @Dead_or_AliveEnglish
    1•24 hours ago

    You don’t need an aircraft carrier to take on pirates. You need destroyers and frigates.

    China wants a blue water navy that can control/contest the seas in Asia with any nation.