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Yes, this is what I'm saying, but with less words.

But look around (even in these comments) and look at how many people are thinking "Chinese act of war!!!11!!"

> Yes, this is what I'm saying, but with less words.

That's really not all you are saying, and the difference is important. Maybe not to you, though.

Then, elaborate please, Jochen, what's the important difference?

As far as I can tell, you're both saying the same thing: that registering a ship in China does not mean China is responsible for that ship's actions. If you've got a different point to make, please make it clear.

Yes… A lot of them really need have it spelt out, twice, in large clear type.

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