C hina has unveiled the hangars of its most advanced J-35 and J-35A stealth fighters, sea and air twins , at the Shenyang Aircraft Corporation in Shenyang, Liaoning, in a calculated display of strength. The timing and spectacle suggest more than a technical milestone. Slated for service in 2025, the J-35s have been portrayed in domestic discourse as a game-changer for carrier and coastal air power.

Military unveilings in China have long been instruments of narrative projection, and the J-35 and J-35A are no exception. The display was designed to command attention, stir national pride, and underscore the message that China’s defence industry is closing the technological gap with the United States.

Social media erupted almost immediately. Platforms across China buzzed with comp

See Full Page