China builds new aircraft carrier in show of strength to Washington

China intends to beef up its maritime presence by building a second aircraft carrier. Beijing wants to exert its presence in the South China Sea, after complaining of “provocations” from the US, as well as defending its interests in the region. Little is known about China’s aircraft carrier program, however a spokesman for the Defense Ministry, Yang Yujun, said the ship had been designed in China and was being built in the port of Dalian.

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Happy New Year greetings Wish that the New Year be a messenger of peace, smiles, joy and good tidings!

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