China has not officially confirmed the development of a new supercarrier, with a spokesperson for the Chinese embassy in Washington declining to comment on the matter. The U.S., however, views China as a top priority in terms of national defense. Secretary of Defense Pete Hesgeth has stated that the U.S. faces a significant threat from China in the indo-Pacific region and is prioritizing deterring war in the Pacific. Satellite images from Dalian show tracks that resemble American supercarriers, leading analysts to believe that China may be building a new supercarrier with electromagnetic catapult technology. This technology allows planes to take off rapidly using large magnets instead of steam pistons. Previous satellite evidence suggests that China has already built a prototype naval reactor for a large surface warship, indicating a move towards nuclear-powered supercarriers. China has been striving to develop a blue-water navy to rival the United States, with the construction of carriers like the Fujian. Shanghai-based military analyst Ni Lexiong believes China is capable of building nuclear-powered aircraft carriers, but questions the necessity in the era of artificial intelligence. The Chinese Embassy spokesperson emphasized China’s commitment to self-defense and peace, stating that the country does not engage in an arms race and will counter any threats to its interests.
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