The Chinese survey ships that cause ripples in the South China Sea
- China’s fleet of 54 oceanic research vessels and their missions are part of the country’s expanding maritime operations
- Despite their ostensible scientific purpose, they have been accused of intelligence gathering and reconnaissance activity
Published: 6:00pm, 10 Aug, 2019
Updated: 6:00pm, 10 Aug, 2019
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