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Non-Naval Security

Construction begins on new border patrol boat for China

Baird Maritime

Jianglong Shipbuilding has begun construction of a new patrol boat for China Immigration Inspection.

The vessel will have a length of 26.5 metres, a width of 5.2 metres, and a speed of 24 knots.

The construction of the vessel is in line with the Chinese government's recently renewed focus on border control and maritime law enforcement.