Why Beijing’s weaponised cargo ship could be a crucial player in the Taiwan Strait
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 08:24 UTC
- Sources: South China Morning Post
The People's Liberation Army's latest weaponised container ship, the Zhong Da 79, could play a key role in deterring foreign intervention at a low cost during a Taiwan conflict.
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