China's Naval Expansion Continues

Newsweek: China Military Expansion Plans Revealed as New Warships Launched

Chinese plans to expand the country's regional power projection have been revealed by leaked internal military documents, indicating that Beijing is expanding its armed forces to protect its interests around the globe.

The documents came to light as the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) navy launched two advanced warships designed for surface warfare, long-range air defense and anti-submarine operations, as the country's naval modernization continues apace.

The leaked document—obtained by the Kyodo News agency—was published by the Chinese Central Military Commission in February. As detailed by The Japan Times, it notes increasing friction in the East and South China Sea and heightened tensions with the U.S. and neighboring states.

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Update: China Launches 2 Type 055 Destroyers Simultaneously (The Diplomat)

WNU Editor: The U.S. launched a new warship earlier this week, the Chinese launch two. As it was mentioned last month, this is what a real naval buildup looks like .... This Is What A Real Naval Buildup Looks Like (June 6, 2018).

Update #2: The debate on how to respond has started .... Can the Navy Match China’s New Type 055 Destroyers? (Robert Farley, National Interest).