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Naval Modernization·Type 052 Destroyer

China Decommissions Type 052 Destroyer

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China has decommissioned the guided-missile destroyer Harbin, ending 32 years of service. The Harbin was the first of China's second-generation domestically built destroyers. It was hull number 112.

Why it matters

The decommissioning of the Harbin marks a significant milestone in China's naval modernization efforts, as the country continues to develop and deploy more advanced naval vessels.

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