A new ocean observation structure that sits more than 100 metres above sea level and weighs over 4,500 tonnes is a significant leap in China’s marine research capabilities and will protect its maritime rights, according to a Chinese newspaper.
China, which aspires to be a maritime powerhouse, launched the structure – its first multi-tiered stereoscopic tower base observation platform – on Saturday, according to China’s Science and Technology Daily.
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