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USA sends nuclear powered aircraft carrier through South China Sea

US nuclear-powered aircraft carrier cruise through disputed seas
http://www.straitstimes.com/breaking-news/se-asia/story/us-nuclear-powered-aircraft-carrier-cruise-through-disputed-seas-2012102   on a cruise through the South China Sea, projecting its power in waters that are fast becoming a focal point of its strategic rivalry with Beijing.

The USS George Washington’s mission could raise hackles in China, which is locked in disputes with Vietnam, the Philippines and other governments over ownership of islands in the region.

The United States is building economic and military alliances with the smaller nations, which are grateful for American support as a hedge against China’s growing economic and naval power.

On Friday, China held naval exercises in the East China Sea, where it is engaged in a dispute with US ally Japan over the ownership of other islands.

October 20, 2012 - Posted by | USA, weapons and war

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