China’s newest aircraft carrier, the Fujian, recently sailed through the Taiwan Strait into the South China Sea as part of its sea trials, signaling increased military assertiveness in the region amid U.S.-Japan exercises nearby. With enhanced capabilities, including electromagnetic catapults and advanced aircraft, the Fujian’s commissioning will bolster China’s naval presence, potentially allowing three carrier strike groups in the Western Pacific. This development raises regional security concerns, especially as Taiwan monitors the situation, asserting its sovereignty against China’s claims. Analysts are closely observing the Fujian’s operations, underscoring the necessity for India to remain vigilant in its defense strategies and enhance its naval capabilities in response to the shifting balance of power.