Japan Builds 31,000-Ton Coast Guard Ship to Counter China 🚢

Japan is building the world’s largest coast guard patrol vessel — a massive 31,000-ton ship designed to counter China’s growing maritime presence in the East China Sea and the Indo-Pacific.

With three helicopter landing pads, extended endurance, and the ability to operate far from shore, this ship will act as a floating base for surveillance, patrol operations, and rapid response missions.

The project comes as tensions rise around disputed waters such as the Senkaku Islands and the South China Sea, where Chinese coast guard vessels and maritime militia have been increasingly active.

In this video, we break down why Japan decided to build such a massive patrol vessel, how it compares with China’s coast guard ships, and what it means for the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific.

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