Australian Warship visits Qingdao

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Australian Warship visits Qingdao

14:39, September 19, 2010      

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The frigate ‘Warramunga’ arrives in Qingdao harbor on Sept.18, 2010. (Source: CRI Online)


The frigate Warramunga (FFH-152) was greeted in Qingdao harbor by bright sunshine, said a senior naval official of the North Sea Fleet, who spoke enthusiastically at the welcome ceremony.

"The cooperation and friendship between the Chinese and Australian navies has been strengthened and deepened. I believe Warramunga's visit will further promote concrete communication and cooperation between the Chinese and Australian navies and enhance mutual understanding and trust," said an officer with the information office.

Warramunga Commander Bruce Legge echoed those sentiments.

"I think what we want, both China and Australia, is to mature our relationship to work together and work toward regional security, Legge said.

The commander also emphasized the importance of cooperation between the navies.

"Australia is very committed to developing strong and positive defense relations with China, which helps contribute to regional security and stability. Over the past few years, the Royal Australian force and Australian defense force have enhanced our engagement with China," Legge said.

He added that later this month two Chinese vessels, a frigate and a training ship, will be visiting Australia bases in Sydney and Darwin.

During their stay in China this time, the Australian crew will run joint exercises with China's navy including helicopter transfers, search-and-rescue exercises and live-fire exercises.

Officers and soldiers will also visit each other's ships and spend leisure time together.
The Warramunga is the fifth Australian naval ship to visit Qingdao. It has 182-member crew and, is 120 meters long, 15 meters wide with a tonnage of 3.600 tons and ship-based helicopters.

After four-day visit in Qingdao, Warramunga will leave for its next stop in China's port city Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province.

By Zhang Qian, People's Daily Online
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