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China has sent its third and most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, through the Taiwan Strait as part of preparations for its entry into service.
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00:00China's most advanced aircraft carrier, the Fujian, has passed through the Taiwan Strait
00:05on its way to the South China Sea.
00:08The vessel will be China's third aircraft carrier once it completes sea trials and enters service.
00:13A spokesperson for China's Navy says this is a routine mission without any specific target.
00:19There is speculation the Fujian could enter service soon,
00:22as China's last aircraft carrier was tested on a similar timetable.
00:26Taiwan's defense ministry says it used reconnaissance to get an understanding of the situation and respond appropriately.
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