Question: According to media reports, the PLA Navy has confirmed that aircraft carrier PLANS Fujian is based at a military port in Sanya. Some analysts suggest that China will be more active in upholding its territorial claims in the South China Sea and seek to project naval forces to farther areas, which may raise concerns among certain countries. What’s your comment?
Jiang Bin: China adheres to the path of peaceful development and follows a national defense policy that is defensive in nature. The Chinese military remains a staunch force for world peace. The selection of the home port for aircraft carrier PLANS Fujian is determined based on factors such as the hydrological conditions of the military port, the location and construction of supporting facilities, and the convenience for the aircraft carrier to carry out maritime combat readiness and training missions. Our navy colleagues say that PLAN vessels will sail to wherever necessary for the protection of China’s national interests. For an aircraft carrier, the deep blue is where it is destined for.
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