The Carrier's Safe Haven: Why Hainan's Strategic Importance Can't Be Ignored The recent report by Defence Review has shed new light on a crucial aspect of China's naval strategy, highlighting the significance of Hainan province as a key location for its aircraft carriers.
For years, military analysts have debated the merits of China's expanding carrier fleet, but Hainan's strategic importance has flown under the radar until now.
Hainan's Sanya naval complex is more than just an important surface fleet and submarine support facility; it represents a vital lifeline for China's aircraft carriers.