August 10, 2026

The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy's Type 075 amphibious assault ship Hubei recently completed a full combat qualification assessment in the South China Sea, the PLA Southern Theater Command announced on Monday. 

An expert said this means the Hubei has achieved combat-ready status and is prepared to carry out various missions in the South China Sea. He noted that far-sea training should be on the horizon for the crew.

For the assessment, after the ship arrived at a designated sea area, the crew promptly carried out anti-air gunnery drills. Weapons locked onto targets and opened fire, successfully downing a target drone. 

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