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Volume 1 Chapter 164 164 Occupying the Island

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    Although it is not the same as the South China Sea strategy that Qi Yiming imagined, swallowing the entire South China Sea is still a very meaningful and fulfilling thing.  [. First published] Qi Yiming provided strong support to the Navy and provided the Navy with 8 maritime fortresses within two months.

    So at the end of September, under the cover of the South China Sea Fleet, several tugboats carrying maritime fortress platforms one by one set out from Sanya, Hainan, towards the vast South China Sea.  This time the actual control operation did not dispatch HNA, nor did it dispatch the newly formed Shangri-La. It was only protected by several ships under the South China Sea Fleet.  On the one hand, it is to avoid fanfare, but on the other hand, there is really no need for stronger power.

    The Shenzhen, which had just returned from the Rim of the Pacific military exercise, came out again and served as the flagship of the escort fleet. The other combat ships also included two 054a frigates and three 056 corvettes. No submarines were dispatched.  Why?  Because these monkey countries in the South China Sea do not have submarines, why waste this time?

    The defense range composed of six surface ships is quite large. Considering that the Thorn-1 missile carried by the 052a has an air defense range of up to 120 kilometers, it can set up a reliable protective umbrella, and the other ships have medium and short-range point air defense capabilities.  It is also enough to protect several tugboats and maritime fortresses.

    ¡°Captain, there are still 30 nautical miles to reach Huangyan Island.¡± Guantong reported.

    Lu Junfu nodded calmly and looked at the charts and image data issued.  These hydrological data clearly indicate where there are rocks, water temperature, salinity and other parameters in the nearby sea area, so that their fleet will not encounter such embarrassing things as running aground on rocks.  On the image of Huangyan Island, which is an isosceles triangle, an area is marked with a red pen. This is the place where the super fortress will settle. Today they will take advantage of the storm to wash up the offshore fortress platform to the northwest of Huangyan Island.  On the rocks near North Rock.  Then they used drill bits to drive piles to fix the entire super fortress, so that they would occupy the reef flat.

    Although Scarborough Shoal is not an atoll in the Nansha Islands, it is the only clear reef in China and Sands that has water. Later, the Philippines had confrontations and conflicts with China around this reef, and it often jumped to seek trouble.  In the South China Sea strategy, Huangyan Island is an important link between the past and the next. It connects the Paracel Islands and Hainan Island at the top, and the Nansha Islands at the bottom. Its criticality is clear at a glance.

    What's more, this is a traditional fishing ground for fishermen in the South China Sea. The lagoon in this atoll covers an area of ??130 square kilometers and has a water depth of 9-13 meters. It is an excellent natural haven. Hainan fishermen will come here to take shelter during storms. It has even developed into a  The potential of the small military port is of course only a short-term berthing and rest, and it cannot provide fresh water and other supplies.

    The two Z-20s circled the sky above Scarborough Shoal for several times to confirm that there was no eyesore here, and then sent a signal to the rear that operations could begin.  Then a super fortress released its anchorage from the tugboat, and relying on its own power, it rushed onto the reef flat when the tide rose and most of the rocks were submerged.

    Because the Super Fortress has a very shallow draft, and can use a principle similar to that of a hovercraft to leave the water slightly, and with the presence of the drill bit, it is still easy to place its huge body on the reef on the northwest side of Huangyan Island.  .

    "Start piling!" There are now 31 marines on the super fortress, most of them are Qi Yiming's Red Alert soldiers.  Not only do they have excellent combat skills, but they can also operate the super fortress, a man-made thing that is half ship and half building.

    Several thick drill bits penetrated the reef as easily as a sharp knife inserted into tofu. After the depth was determined, the entire super fortress became an impregnable fortress on the reef.

    Lu Junfu then smiled: "It's done!"

    A platoon of Marines can stay stationed here for three months, and the various weapons and equipment here are sufficient to deal with the challenges of various enemies around them.  Especially Vietnam and the Philippines, which only have some small ships and landing craft, as long as they approach the territorial waters adjacent to Scarborough Shoal, they will be attacked by anti-ship missiles and 30-meter cannons deployed on the super fortress, and their aircraft will also face fn-6 missiles  a direct blow.

    There was no need to give any more instructions. The super fortress was already equipped with the water and other supplies needed by the marines. They consciously and automatically began to check the operation of various equipment in the fortress, especially the sea water installed on it.  Desalination plant, which will become their main source of fresh water.  Tomatoes, spinach and other vegetables have been grown in the cultivation room, so the Marines don't need to worry about anything.

    "We've won one, and there are seven more to go." Lu Junfu thought silently in his heart.

    In his plan, except for Huangyan Island in Zhongsha, the remaining seven reefs are all in Nansha.  Including Fiery Cross Reef, Liumen Reef, Subi Reef, Chigua Reef, Mischief Reef, Wan'an Reef and Nanhai Reef.  The total number of these reefs is definitely not enough to control the entire South China Sea. It is just to relatively control the existing offensive and defensive situation. From now on, Qi Yiming base will supply 4??Super fortress, thus being able to control more islands and reefs.

    The Wan'an Bank in the southwest is closest to the edge of the nine-dash line and closest to Vietnam, so it is particularly dangerous. However, it is one of the richest oil blocks in the South China Sea. Although it is a bit difficult to occupy it, it is worth the money.

    The southernmost point to seize the South China Sea Reef is particularly urgent, because in early October, Malaysia will repeat its old tricks and seize the Guangxing Reef and the South China Sea Reef under the guise of exercises.  The Navy's main plan is to occupy the South China Sea Reef, and Malaysia should not even think about Guangxing Reef.

    Next, the navy will establish regular patrols in the South China Sea. First, each super fortress will have its own radar, which can have a detection range of at least 200 kilometers. If an enemy approaches, an alarm will be issued immediately and transmitted back through the data link system.  Headquarters in Hainan.  The Marines guarding the island are also equipped with a Z-9 helicopter, which can conduct certain reconnaissance of the nearby waters. If a very dangerous target is found, the command will be reported immediately, and the command will respond as quickly as possible.  , or send the nearest patrol formation, or send HNA directly from Hainan to cover.

    In order to basically cover the South China Sea, the South China Sea Fleet has also obtained the largest number of 056 corvettes, with a total of 30 corvettes, which is more than the corvettes of the East China Sea Fleet and the North Sea Fleet combined.  Although these light frigates have a maximum speed of only 26 knots and a tonnage of less than 1,500 tons, their combat power is not comparable to that of weaklings such as Vietnam and the Philippines.

    At the naval headquarters in the capital, Qi Yiming has recently become a frequent visitor to Dian Mao due to South China Sea affairs.  News has just been received here that a super fortress has been established on the last reef, the Nanhai Reef, and the layout of the eight early islands and reefs has been basically completed.  Everyone was happy, and Qi Yiming whispered to Liu Huaqing: "Be careful to be prepared for Vietnam's counterattack. They may not necessarily seize the islands and reefs we have occupied, but they may seize the surrounding islands and reefs. If this happens,  For things like this, we must proactively prevent them from approaching.¡±

    Liu Huaqing said with a smile on his face: "This is natural. Let alone they want to occupy the island, even if they want to transport supplies, they cannot be allowed in."

    Qi Yiming¡¯s eyes lit up and he said: ¡°Aren¡¯t they allowed to come up now to supply supplies to the islands and reefs they already control? And what about the Philippines?¡±

    "But, how should we explain this to Mr. Ping?" Qi Yiming said with some trepidation.

    Liu Huaqing patted Qi Yiming on the shoulder and said: "It's enough that we didn't take the initiative to fight them. Can we still let them continue to run rampant within our sphere of influence? Chairman Ping said that we can't take the initiative to provoke, but approaching us  They took the initiative to provoke us in our territorial waters. I have reported this to Chairman Ping. He is quite hesitant, but thinks that if this can force the Vietnamese and Filipinos to leave, it will be the best thing. "

    Qi Yiming clapped his hands excitedly and said: "Then this is the best. We control a few important nodes and maintain the patrol force. Let's see how many months they can last. By then, Vietnam may directly supply supplies.  Fight a war with us, and the Philippines will most likely negotiate with us through diplomatic channels. Our meaning is very simple, we cannot enter our territorial waters, and we can do whatever we want.¡±

    Liu Huaqing said: "Yes, that's it."

    Qi Yiming couldn't help but secretly sigh in his heart: "Sure enough, these old guys are quite shady." Taking the initiative is one thing, not starving you to death is another thing, although Qi Yiming can't get anything from it.  The combat experience has been gained, but the goal has been achieved. In the end, both Vietnam and the Philippines will withdraw from the Nansha Islands.

    "Then what will happen to Malaysia?"

    Liu Huaqing sighed: "This is a little more troublesome. First of all, Malaysia is far away, and at the diplomatic level, Chairman Ping does not want to have too much antagonism with Malaysia, so he thinks that they should not stir up their emotions too much. Take over the South China Sea Reef.  , and then just prevent them from taking the next step.¡±

    Qi Yiming smiled bitterly and said: "This is a bit taken for granted. Originally, their plan was to seize the Light Star Reef and the South China Sea Reef. If we don't let them do this, it is enough to make them hold a grudge. In addition, the normalized vigilance patrols in the South China Sea  , will inevitably cause high tension in Malaysia. It is not easy to maintain a diplomatic balance. "

    "These things can only be taken step by step. Our navy is the sharp knife of the party and the people. We cannot have our own opinions. Resolutely implementing the leadership policy is what we need to do most." Liu Huaqing said a cliche, and Qi Yiming  Observing his expression, it was difficult to tell whether he was sincere or not.

    Malaysia is a relatively open-minded country. In the subsequent South China Sea disputes, it has always strived to reduce its sense of presence and shouted to shelve disputes. In fact, it wanted to protect the interests it had already obtained.  One thing on the surface, but another in the heart, on the east side of the roadBuilding a military base on the coast may not be because it wants to strengthen control over the part of the South China Sea it controls.

    So Qi Yiming never thought that pampering Malaysia would be a good thing.  .
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