China Reportedly Builds Nuclear-Powered Fourth Aircraft Carrier
China is reportedly speeding up work on its fourth aircraft carrier, the Type 004, which may run on nuclear power. It could be launched as early as 2027. The project fits Beijing's plan for a nine-carrier fleet by 2035.
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Context: Aircraft carriers are the core of a navy's long-range power, and China has been adding carriers over the past decade. Its plan for nine carriers by 2035 shows how it wants to match the naval reach of the United States.
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