Fujian
Americannoun
noun
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a province of SE China: mountainous and forested, drained chiefly by the Min River; noted for the production of flower-scented teas. Capital: Fuzhou. Pop: 34 880 000 (2003 est). Area: 123 000 sq km (47 970 sq miles)
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any of the Chinese dialects of this province See also Min
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Local tourism boards in Yunnan, Hainan, and Fujian have begun offering discounted “one-person packages” that eliminate the longstanding surcharge for solo travelers.
From Barron's • Dec. 27, 2025
The new ship, the Fujian, has a flat deck, similar to American carriers, unlike its first two carriers, which have ramps on the bow.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 24, 2025
“Europe is increasing, increasing, increasing,” said Bob Liu, 28, who flew to London in November to promote the plush slippers he manufactures in the southern Fujian province at a trade event.
From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 18, 2025
China's most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has entered service days after a grand commissioning ceremony overseen by Chinese leader Xi Jinping, state media said.
From BBC • Nov. 7, 2025
Among this evidence were the holes that had been built into the vessel’s keel, a typical feature of ships made in China’s Fujian province.
From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler
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