China’s polar research vessel Xuelong 2 is the only vessel of its type that can break ice while going forwards or backwards. Photo: Xinhua
China breaks the Arctic ice with launch of new research vessel Snow Dragon II
Icebreaker could pave the way for nuclear powered super ship but for now it’s all about exploration and scientific surveys
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China military
China’s polar research vessel Xuelong 2 is the only vessel of its type that can break ice while going forwards or backwards. Photo: Xinhua