Beijing has publicly displayed the LY-1 laser weapon system during a major parade, highlighting China’s push into directed-energy arms. Although currently shown on a land-based HZ141 platform, reports suggest naval deployment is the primary aim. Its configuration—with a beam aperture, advanced targeting optics, and additional sensing modules—indicates adaptability for more powerful applications. The debut underscores China’s pursuit of modern, high-tech countermeasure systems.
