The Chinese survey ships that cause ripples in the South China Sea

The Chinese survey ships that cause ripples in the South China Sea

A stand-off with Vietnamese coastguard ships involving the Haiyang Dizhi 8 drew attention to China’s fleet of 54 research vessels. Photo: China Geological Survey
  • 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
Linda Lew

Published: 6:00pm, 10 Aug, 2019

Updated: 6:00pm, 10 Aug, 2019

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