The Chinese Naval replenishment ship Chaohu passes the Round Tower as it enters Portsmouth harbour today. The ship is involved i
The Chinese Naval replenishment ship Chaohu passes the Round Tower as it enters Portsmouth harbour today. The ship is involved in the first visit by the Chinese Navy to the UK since 2007. She is accompanied by the frigate Yun Cheng and the assault ship Chang Bai Shan. They arrived in Portsmouth 24 hours early due to the expected bad weather. The Royal Navy statement stated that the five day formal visit is aimed at enhancing military understanding between the UK and China. Picture date Sunday 11th January, 2015. Picture by Christopher Ison.
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