The Liaoning, China's first aircraft carrier, returns to port after its first navy sea trial in Dalian in northeastern China's Liaoning province in 2012. Photo: AP
China plans aircraft carrier battlegroups to protect offshore interests
Battlegroups to also be deployed in East and South China seas, admiral tells state media
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Liaoning aircraft carrier
The Liaoning, China's first aircraft carrier, returns to port after its first navy sea trial in Dalian in northeastern China's Liaoning province in 2012. Photo: AP