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In the middle of this month, armed conflict broke out in Khartoum, the capital of Sudan, which aroused deep concern in the international community. In this crisis, many countries have launched evacuation operations, of which China is the largest. The Chinese Navy urgently dispatched the 887 Weishanhu integrated supply ship and the Type 052D guided-missile destroyer Nanning of the 43rd batch of the Gulf of Aden escort formation to carry out the task of evacuating overseas Chinese, providing a safe passage for thousands of compatriots to evacuate in an emergency.
Unlike other countries, China has chosen to use naval vessels instead of Air Force Y-20 large transport aircraft. Why was this decision made? There are complex reasons behind this. In similar evacuation operations in Sudan, other countries used military transport aircraft, such as the C-130 transport aircraft of Turkey, but unfortunately it suffered attacks inside Sudan, and although it eventually landed, the crew was injured and the aircraft was damaged. The incident highlights the stakes of evacuation and makes us wonder whether China would be wiser in choosing naval vessels.
The evacuation of overseas Chinese by the Chinese navy is not the first. The Gulf of Aden escort formation has always had the function of evacuating overseas Chinese, so it has rich experience and perfect equipment. As a large ship, the Weishan Lake integrated supply ship not only has a huge carrying capacity, but also has relatively perfect facilities and conditions on board, which can provide sufficient support. On the other hand, the Type 052D guided-missile destroyer Nanning is mainly responsible for armed escort to ensure the safe conduct of the evacuation operation.
In the task of evacuating overseas Chinese, warships have obvious advantages in armament, but there are also disadvantages. Expatriates need to cross dangerous areas of engagement to reach warships, which requires the intervention of aviation evacuation forces depending on the situation. If the evacuation is large, as was the case in Libya twelve years ago, then the Y-20 large transport aircraft may be a better choice, with a larger payload and longer range, capable of operating in high-risk battlefield environments.
However, the use of the Y-20 large transport aircraft also comes with certain risks. Such an aircraft may cause some international disputes when flying over the airspace of more countries, especially NATO members. During evacuation missions, the supplies carried by aircraft are often very sensitive, so they may be accused of "upsetting the regional balance." China's Y-20 transport aircraft have been exposed to anti-aircraft missile radar, but fortunately, China is well prepared for such threats, and the aircraft carries tricolor jamming bombs that can effectively respond to potential threats.
The Y-20 also has self-defense capabilities, including airborne warning and electronic warfare equipment, allowing it to remain relatively safe in high-risk environments. In an actual exercise, a Y-20 suddenly discovered a rear target after flying training at low altitude sea, and the crew quickly prepared to respond, which showed the actual combat process of the Y-20.
In general, China's choice to use naval vessels or air force transport aircraft for evacuation missions depends on the situation and risk assessment. The accelerated pace of globalization of the Chinese Navy is not only reflected in advanced weapons and equipment, but also in the improvement of the degree of integration of human equipment. All these demonstrate China's determination and strength in safeguarding national interests and international security. In the future, China will continue to adapt to different situations and flexibly choose the most appropriate method of evacuation to ensure the safety of its citizens.
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