The Remarkable Journey of China’s First Aircraft Carrier: From Varyag to Liaoning

In the 1990s, a significant turning point in China’s naval capabilities emerged with the acquisition of the Soviet aircraft carrier Varyag. This transaction, shrouded in a covert operation and inventive ruse, symbolizes more than just the procurement of a vessel; it epitomizes China’s strategic foresight and ambitions in enhancing its military prowess. The story of […]

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