Russian carrier becomes “Made in China” vessel prototype?

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then Russia should be very flattered indeed. That’s because China’s new aircraft carrier bears a striking resemblance to an old Russian model.

However, experts say the Chinese will still find it extremely difficult to build an aircraft carrier of their own.

“It is impossible to copy such a complex construction,” believes Andrey Frolov, Senior Research Fellow, Centre of Analysis of Strategies and Technologies.

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