The Scottish city has 37 international shipping connections, 14 of which are to other European countries.

This month, organizers said an estimated nearly 12,000 people had taken part in a pro-independence demonstration in Aberdeen, which is believed to be the biggest ever demonstration in favor of independence in the northern east Scottish city.

Neil Mackay, founder of the high-profile Scottish independence pressure group All Under One Banner which organized the demonstration, told Xinhua that he is confident than ever that the Scottish people will win a new referendum as they build up momentum across Scotland.

"With Brexit looming and Boris Johnson as prime minister, our support is growing," he said. "We want to grab the moment."

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