China's latest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has officially entered service following a grand commissioning ceremony overseen by President Xi Jinping. This third carrier for China is notable for its advanced electromagnetic catapults, designed to launch aircraft at higher speeds than previous models. The Fujian represents a remarkable advancement in China's naval technology and is pivotal as China claims the title of having the world's largest navy.

With the ability to launch a variety of aircraft and carry heavier weapons, the Fujian enhances China's strategic military reach significantly. It surpasses earlier carriers, the Liaoning and Shandong, by offering improved capabilities for striking enemy targets at greater distances.

At the commissioning ceremony held in Hainan province, President Xi inspected the ship and directly interacted with the sailors, emphasizing patriotic duty by having them rally with a collective cheer to follow party commands and win battles. This ambitious military expansion underscores the competitive naval race between China and the United States, which also operates aircraft carriers equipped with similar technology.