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Originally Posted by Webstral
In the spirit of playing ball with my fellow moderator, I'm going to put the hardball discussion about China aside. I'm nbot going to try to slip in points or shots under the radar. I will say that RN7 has made some very valid points, has provided me with some things to think about, and has refrained from name-calling (always a welcome relief). Other than that, I'm back to naval strategy.
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Well thanks for that Webstral, but I was just getting going on a rant about China. I have nothing against the Chinese but I absolutely despise the People's Republic government. Its vile and I'm amazed how a country as important as China still has a government like this.
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Originally Posted by Webstral
So... I agree completely that there is a showing-the-colors aspect to the new carrier. I also think that there's a long-term game plan. The Chinese need to build their expertise. Expertise in carrier operations will be useful in dealing with the US, India, and any and all regional players.
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Long term is the goal, but I think keeping good defence relations with Russia, not provoking an arms race with Japan and keeping ahead of India is their priority at the moment. but eventually challenging or even gaining parity with America in the Pacific is what they are looking at in the long term.