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Seems like they're expanding Qingdao.
First Sanya for the SSF, now Qingdao for the NSF. The PLAN is going all-in on a ginormous expansion.
If only Taiwan has been reunited (and the coastlines of Fujian become safe), the ESF would've had their massive naval base at Ningde instead of having to stay around Ningbo and Shanghai. The natural harbors there are absolutely perfect for hosting a naval base that would rival Pearl.
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Qingdao has seen ongoing expansion both for the surface and the (nuclear powered) submarine fleet. Expansion at the first submarine base (aka Jianggezhuang) is more restrained vs Longpo, but the additional berthing is notable nevertheless.
Edit/PS: I do disagree with the suggested (?) layout for new berthing. Some parts already look a bit different and I think its even possible they are going to put another drydock there to the right of the CV berthing, but its wait and see obviously.
Edit/PS: I do disagree with the suggested (?) layout for new berthing. Some parts already look a bit different and I think its even possible they are going to put another drydock there to the right of the CV berthing, but its wait and see obviously.
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They made it to Coral Sea, interesting. Maybe went through Indonesia after transiting Mindoro Strait and Sulu Sea