Friday, April 17, 2009

The Rise Of The Chinese Navy

China's navy is set to develop a new generation of warships and aircraft to give it much longer-range capabilities. Photo AFP

China 'To Increase Naval Power' -- BBC

China is planning to boost the size and sophistication of its naval power, the head of the Chinese navy told state news agency Xinhua.

In a rare interview, Admiral Wu Shengli said the communist party leadership had made naval preparedness a priority, but did not provide specifics.

Last month, China said it would step up naval patrols to protect its interests in disputed waters.

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More News On China's Navy

China's navy to build new ships, planes -- AP
Navy admiral: China to develop sophisticated marine weapon systems -- China View
Beijing reveals plans to expand naval presence -- Financial Times
China planning huge navy upgrade: commander -- AFP
Chinese navy spells out long-range ambitions -- Reuters
Navy chief lists key objective -- China Daily
Chinese navy expands foreign cooperation -- China View

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