China Deploys Largest Drone Carrier Revolutionizing UAV Warfare

Taiwan is aggressively developing a diverse fleet of homegrown maritime drones as part of its 'porcupine strategy' to deter a potential Chinese invasion across the Taiwan Strait. These drones include stealth and explosive varieties designed to exploit Taiwan's geographic advantages and wage asymmetric warfare against the much larger People's Liberation Army (PLA). In parallel, China is preparing to deploy the Jiu Tian, the world's largest drone carrier capable of launching swarms of kamikaze drones over long distances, signaling a significant escalation in aerial drone warfare technology. The drone revolution is reshaping modern combat, making precision strikes more accessible and affordable for various military actors, as observed in the Ukraine conflict, where drones have dramatically transformed battlefield dynamics. Meanwhile, innovative advancements such as the Danish students' 3D-printed drone that transitions between air and water environments demonstrate the expanding capabilities and applications of drone technologies beyond traditional military uses. Together, these developments highlight a rapid evolution in drone warfare, raising strategic and tactical challenges for global security and defense planning.