The People's Liberation Army Navy, [a] also known as the People's Navy, PLA Navy or simply Chinese Navy, is the naval warfare branch of the People's Liberation Army, the national military of the People's Republic of China.

All ships and submarines currently in commission with the Navy were built in China, with the exception of Sovremenny -class destroyers, Kilo-class submarines and aircraft carrier Liaoning, as these vessels originated from either Russia or Ukraine.

Although the PLA (N)’s primary focus remains in the East Asia region, where China faces multiple disputes over the sovereignty of various maritime features and associated maritime rights, in...

Jan 23, 2025 · China’s navy has commissioned a new-generation frigate as competition rises with the US and other regional powers, saying the ship will “play a vital role in enhancing the overall combat...

Jan 22, 2025 · China has commissioned a new-generation frigate as competition rises with the U.S. and other regional powers, saying the ship will “play a vital role in enhancing the overall combat ...

Nov 3, 2021 · With 355 ships in its fleet, the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) is slated to expand its inventory to 420 ships within the next four years, the Pentagon’s annual China military report estimates. By 2030, the PLAN is expected to have 460 ships.

Dec 19, 2024 · The U.S. Department of Defense's 2024 report to Congress highlights China's rapidly growing naval power. With a battle force exceeding 370 ships and plans for six carriers by the 2030s, China's navy, the PLAN, now leads the world in size.

Jun 5, 2024 · China’s rapid military buildup has left the People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) poised to overtake the U.S. Navy in several measures of maritime might more quickly than sometimes assumed.

Oct 16, 2024 · Latest news and updates on the People’s Liberation Army Navy, including military drills, the development of warships and aircraft carriers, spending, reforms and modernisation.

Nov 29, 2022 · China is building more modern surface combatants and expanding its aircraft carrier and logistics force to grow its naval influence further from shore, according to the Pentagon’s annual report on Chinese military power.