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Chinese Amphibious Fleet Readies for Potential Taiwan Invasion

10/9/2025

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Satellite imagery shows Chinese amphibious ships in the Yangtze River Estuary, signaling readiness for a Taiwan invasion.
The People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) operates over 370 warships and submarines, including Type 071 LPDs and Type 075 LHDs.
Analysts identified Shanghai-based Type 071 LPD and Type 075 LHD; Shuiqiao barges enable coastal deployment; U.S. officials cite 2027 readiness.

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Satellite imagery shows Chinese amphibious ships in the Yangtze River Estuary, signaling readiness for a Taiwan invasion.
The People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) operates over 370 warships and submarines, including Type 071 LPDs and Type 075 LHDs.
Analysts identified Shanghai-based Type 071 LPD and Type 075 LHD; Shuiqiao barges enable coastal deployment; U.S. officials cite 2027 readiness.