China adds 5 advanced destroyers in naval buildup pressuring Taiwan

Dalian shipyard construction the latest sign of rapid expansion in sea capabilities

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An apparent naval vessel under construction at the Dalian shipyard. (Photo obtained by Nikkei)

TSUKASA HADANO and SHIN WATANABE, Nikkei staff writers

BEIJING/DALIAN, China -- China is stepping up the expansion of its naval capabilities, with five guided-missile destroyers under construction in Dalian.

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