A Russian navy fleet consisting of four vessels arrived in China's eastern port city of Qingdao on Thursday for a five-day friendly visit, which is expected to deepen mutual understanding and friendship between the navies of the two countries.
The Russian fleet comprises corvettes Aldar Tsydenzhapov, Rezkiy, and Gromkiy, and sea tanker Pechenga.
Over the past two days, officers and soldiers of the two navies have carried out reciprocal ship visits and had exchanges on professional skills.
The officers and soldiers on the Russian fleet visited China's self-developed missile frigate Yancheng, and the Chinese officers and soldiers visited Russia's corvette Aldar Tsydenzhapov. "We had in-depth and friendly communications with them on topics such as equipment operation, special cultures, and daily routine. The visit has deepened friendship between the navies of the two countries and boosted the openness and confidence of the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy in its foreign exchanges," said Song Jinze from frigate Yancheng. "Back in 2022, we participated in a joint military drill with Russian warships. Two years later, they came to Qingdao for visit and exchange. This is my first time to board a Russian warship. I gained a very direct and profound understanding of Russia's weapons and equipment. I hope that the visit and exchange between China and Russia will be further enhanced, and the friendship and cooperation between the two countries will be further promoted," said Zhang Guangcai, another crew member of frigate Yancheng.
In addition to exchanges on professional skills, the two sides will jointly launch cultural and sports activities during the five-day visit.
Chinese, Russian navy ships exchange visits in Qingdao
