In recent years, the situation in the Taiwan Strait has attracted more and more attention, especially the rapid increase in the PLA's naval power, which has led many people to seriously think about the direction of regional security.
After the Chinese Navy's dual-carrier formation drill was unveiled in the South China Sea, there was a lot of discussion outside the world. Russian expert Vasily Kashin said bluntly that this kind of drill is not only a training force, but also has obvious strategic significance.
If the United States and Japan really interfere in Taiwan affairs, the People's Liberation Army will respond directly. This statement is based on the gradual accumulation of Chinese naval strength. With the deployment of the dual aircraft carriers, the Liaoning and Shandong ships joined forces to test the full set of capabilities from carrier-based aircraft takeoff to formation cooperation.
Media reports show that the drill took place at the end of October 2024, and the location was chosen in the South China Sea. This sea area is inherently sensitive and involves trade channels and energy transportation.
Warships from various countries come and go here, with tens of thousands of military aircraft operating in a year and hundreds of warships. The People's Liberation Army chose to train here, obviously responding to some surrounding actions, such as the joint military exercises between the United States and Japan.
As a senior researcher at the Far East Institute of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Kashin tracked China's military development for many years. His views are often based on data and observations rather than empty talk. He pointed out that the improvement of China's aircraft carrier combat power has made the control of the South China Sea more stable. Anyone who wants to make trouble here has to consider it.
The US military used to think that it was the best in the navy in the world, but now the situation has changed. The emergence of China's dual aircraft carriers has made the US military dare not underestimate it. Kashin also mentioned that since the beginning of this year, the United States has been constantly selling arms to Taiwan, and Japan has also been disrupting the situation and has carried out joint drills of "sharp swords". The intention is very obvious, just to interfere in the Taiwan Strait issue.
People's Liberation Army's dual aircraft carrier drill was a counterattack against this intervention. The drill not only shows muscles, but also includes actual combat simulation to improve the combat effectiveness of the J-15 carrier-based aircraft. As a key channel for Asian economies, trade ships from Japan, South Korea and other countries must pass here, and stability is very important.
China is engaged in infrastructure construction and missile deployment in the South China Sea to maintain peaceful development. Kashin said that no one could challenge China in the South China Sea. This is not bragging, but based on the actual progress of the Chinese navy. The dual aircraft carrier formation means that the People's Liberation Army can operate from afar without limiting the battlefield to its local area.
If the United States and Japan really want to burn the fire to the door of China, they have to think about the consequences. The People's Liberation Army emphasizes defense, but this defense is positive and can deter potential opponents. Overall, this drill has allowed the international community to see that China has the ability to protect its own interests.
Kashin's analysis is impartial, based on facts, such as China's deployment of missile systems and infrastructure construction in the South China Sea. He also compared China-Russia cooperation and pointed out the deepening trust between Russia and China in the field of defense.
The report published by Kashen covers the military aspects of the Russian-China alliance and quotes a large amount of data to support the view. In 2025, he continued to track the trends of the Chinese navy and commented that the Fujian ship will be in service and will further strengthen its strength.
On the Taiwan Strait issue, he believes that if the US and Japan intervene, the People's Liberation Army will face the battle. This is not to scare people, but to be based on the actual capabilities of the Chinese Navy. The U.S. military has obvious signs of recession and cannot cope with China's rise, but it has won over Japan to disrupt the situation.
Japan wants to get rid of the constraints of World War II, expand its arms, and advance the Indo-Pacific strategy. As a big country, China cannot sit idly by. The dual aircraft carriers are deployed to demonstrate their ocean-going combat capabilities so that the United States and Japan cannot lead the war to China. Kashin's view is clear and down-to-earth, and does not make fancy exaggerations.
The US-Japan Actions under the Taiwan Strait Situation
The situation in the Taiwan Strait is becoming increasingly tense, mainly due to the intervention of the United States and Japan. The United States has frequent arms sales to Taiwan and a steady stream of weapons and equipment. Japan has followed the joint exercises, such as the "Sword" exercise, intending to interfere with the PLA's possible actions. Experts analyzed that these actions remind the PLA to improve its combat effectiveness.
Russian expert Kashin pointed out that the dual aircraft carrier drill is targeted at the US-Japan alliance, and if they interfere in Taiwan, the People's Liberation Army will face the battle directly. The US aircraft carrier often operates in the South China Sea, the Japanese Self-Defense Force participates in cruises, and the Chinese Navy's response is very timely.
The South China Sea is an important trade and energy channel, and Asian countries rely on it, but the United States pulls Japan and the Philippines to interfere with stability. China has carried out dual-carrier formation drills to signal the international community and has the ability to maintain peace. At present, China is actively building, deploying missile systems, practicing aircraft carrier formations in the South China Sea, and controlling the situation is stable.
Kashin said that no one dared to challenge China, and this is based on this. The US military has been strong in the past, but its national strength has declined and is unable to fully respond to China. Japan took the opportunity to advance its military preparations and became the US agent, and Asian countries faced turmoil. China cannot let the United States and Japan do whatever it takes. The dispatch of dual aircraft carriers reflects the ability to fight oceans and compete with opponents far away from the mainland.
People's Liberation Army does not take the initiative to challenge, and the drills are designed to defend, deter the enemy, and safeguard sovereignty and security. The Taiwan Strait issue is related to China's peace and stability, and it is natural to invest in response. The United States sent warships to operate around China, but as the Chinese navy progressed, the U.S. military's advantage shrank. Expert reports show that Russia-China military cooperation has deepened, including joint exercises and missile technology sharing.
Kashin analyzed that China's navy is modernizing rapidly, and the Fourth Industrial Revolution technology is widely used. If there is conflict in the Taiwan Strait, the US military is likely to intervene, but the People's Liberation Army is fully prepared. Japan informed the Liaoning ship to practice carrier-based aircraft takeoff and landing around Okinawa, analyzing that the People's Liberation Army may deploy aircraft carriers at the north and south end of Taiwan to prevent extraterritorial intervention.
The US think tank warned that the People's Liberation Army had shortcomings in amphibious logistics, but the missile and air force had obvious advantages. The Chinese Navy's dual aircraft carrier formation has improved its comprehensive combat level and responded to the actions of the United States and Japan. Kashin's perspective balance emphasizes China's efforts to maintain stability. Under the overall situation, the People's Liberation Army's response is targeted and does not allow external forces to interfere.
The Future of the Chinese Navy
The development of China's navy is not only a dual aircraft carrier. As the third aircraft carrier, the Fujian ship has completed several sea trials and may be officially put into service in 2025. This will further enhance the blue water capacity. Kashen commented that the entry of Fujian ships will change the pattern of the East Asian arms race.
In June 2025, the People's Liberation Army dispatched the Liaoning and Shandong ships again to cross the second island chain and enter the Western Pacific Ocean for long-sea training. Focus on air defense and anti-missiles, the J-15 takes off and lands many times, simulates interception. The US and Japan monitored, but the People's Liberation Army remained vigilant. After training, the Navy confirmed that the level of joint combat was improved. The situation in the South China Sea is stable and China continues to deploy infrastructure.
The quantity and quality of the Chinese Air Force has improved, but some people are worried about the difficulty of landing, and some people believe that missile floor washing can be solved quickly. The US military's predictions are complex, and experts say that US bombers can destroy the Chinese Communist fleet, but China's anti-ship missiles are advanced. The test of the Fujian ship electromagnetic catapult was smooth and the fighter took off efficiently.
In the second half of 2025, Kashen evaluated the role of the PLA Navy in the global landscape and emphasized the potential of the long-sea seas. The US military adjusted its deployment in the South China Sea and China's control was stable. The regional impact is far-reaching, and the progress of the Chinese navy has tilted the balance of the Taiwan Strait.
The US-Japan alliance is facing challenges. Japan wants to expand its military force, but China responds strongly. Overall, the PLA's dual aircraft carriers shake the US military, and Kashin's words indicate that once intervention is intervened, they will face the battle. The Chinese Navy will be stronger in the future and maintain peaceful development.
