China Strips Russian Weapons from Soviet-Era Ship Design in New Project 956EM

Beijing is modernizing a Soviet-era ship design by removing all Russian-made weapons and replacing them with Chinese systems. The new project, designated 956EM, now features 324 mm torpedo tubes and advanced Chinese electronic countermeasure systems. These upgrades are designed to improve the ship’s chances of survival in modern combat. The project marks a clear shift toward domestic technology, leaving the Soviet blueprint behind.