121129-N-AC887-009 NINGBO, China (Nov. 29, 2012) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) the Honorable Ray Mabus tours the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy Jiangkai II-class ship Xu Zhou (FFG 539). Mabus is visiting China to discuss the new defense strategy, deepening our military-to-military engagements, rebalancing toward the Pacific and fostering a positive, cooperative and comprehensive relationship with China. ( Navy photo by Chief Mass Communication Specialist Sam Shavers/Released) HQ-16 VLS SAM Launchers

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