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 ...

China's Foreign Ministry did not return queries sent by email, and the Chinese Defense Ministry could not be reached for comment. A member of the Chinese People’s Liberation Army navy marine ...

China has built the world’s largest naval fleet, more than 340 warships, and until recently it has been regarded as a green-water navy ... Beijing in April to seal the upgrade in relations ...