China & Taiwan Update, February 13, 2026

(Institute for the Study of War)

PLA capabilities: The PLA’s newest amphibious assault vessel, the Type 076 landing helicopter dock (LHD) Sichuan, could be equipped with as many as six GJ-21 naval stealth drones. The Type 076 will likely use the GJ-21 to support long-distance PLA Navy (PLAN) deployments.
PLA capabilities: The PLA may be improving its ability to use unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) to conduct aerial resupply missions for its ground forces. The PLA could use this capability to enhance over-the-beach (OTB) resupply, a potential logistical weak point during an invasion of Taiwan.

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