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BC Ferries has awarded a contract to a Chinese shipyard for the construction of four new vessels, following a rigorous global bidding process. While officials defend the decision as well-informed, the unexpected international twist in maritime procurement has stirred debate and a healthy dose of ironic amusement in Ottawa.
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