Chinese Commitment to Carrier Construction Becoming Clear

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A Chinese aircraft carrier force, extending Beijing’s reach at least as far as the northeastern entrances of Indian Ocean, looks almost inevitable following endorsements from senior officials. The likely initial purpose of the carriers will be to back Chinese claims in the South China Sea, not to...

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