Deception by the Boatload
China’s announcement that its first aircraft carrier will soon be launched has refocused attention on its naval ambitions. So, too, has Pakistan's disclosure that it recently asked China to build a naval base at its strategically positioned Gwadar port, on the Arabian Sea – yet another revelation underscoring China’s preference for strategic subterfuge.
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NEW DELHI – China’s announcement that its first aircraft carrier is ready to set sail as early as the end of this month has refocused attention on the country’s naval ambitions. So, too, has the Pakistani defense minister’s disclosure that his country recently asked China to start building a naval base at its strategically positioned port of Gwadar, on the Arabian Sea.