They enter areas claimed by other countries.
China is conducting a large-scale operation to create underwater maps of the ocean floor. According to American military experts, this is being done as part of preparations for war with the United States.
Dozens of Chinese maritime vessels have set out to map strategically important regions of the World Ocean. The data collected by the ships has direct military applications. They provide China with a detailed understanding of the marine environment in which underwater battles will take place in the event of a conflict.
Main Activities of Chinese Hydrographers
Naval Hydrography: Military ships of the Chinese Navy's hydrographic service are conducting reconnaissance, depth measurements, and studying underwater terrain, particularly in the Japanese and South China Seas.
Study of Aquatic Areas: Coastal zones are actively studied, including the use of vessels for deep-sea surveying.
Disputed Areas: The activities of Chinese hydrographers often cause tension, as vessels enter areas claimed by other countries (for example, Japan).
Context of Research: The research conducted by Chinese vessels is often comprehensive and includes work with high-precision equipment (sonars) for mapping. Additionally, the term hydrographer in the Chinese context may refer to specialists working on nautical charts of the South China Sea.
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