Group 1 - The core point of the articles highlights the advancements in China's naval capabilities, particularly the introduction of the 075 and 076 amphibious assault ships, which enhance the People's Liberation Army Navy's (PLAN) operational capabilities in amphibious warfare and deterrence [1][2] Group 2 - The 075-class amphibious assault ship, Hainan, is the first of its kind in the PLAN, equipped with a flight deck for multiple large helicopters, a dock for hovercraft, and a vehicle hold for amphibious armored vehicles, filling a significant gap in China's amphibious assault capabilities [1] - As of now, there are four 075-class ships in service, including Hainan, Guangxi, Anhui, and Hubei [1] - The 076-class amphibious assault ship, which is set to be the world's first to utilize an electromagnetic catapult system, is expected to enhance landing capabilities and is anticipated to be more effective in deterrence than traditional aircraft carriers [1] - The U.S. Department of Defense's report projects that by 2035, China will have a total of 9 aircraft carriers, potentially surpassing the number of U.S. carriers deployed in the Pacific region [2] - The analysis suggests that if the U.S. maintains its current carrier fleet of 11, the number of U.S. carriers in the Pacific will not exceed 7, indicating a shift in naval power dynamics in favor of China [2]
美国防部称2035年中国航母总数将达到9艘,专家:可能超过美在太平洋部署数量