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November 17, 2015

US, Chinese navies train together despite tensions
Shanghai (AFP) Nov 16, 2015
A US warship began a week-long port call in China Monday, a moment of cooperation as the two Asia-Pacific powerhouses jockey for position in the disputed South China Sea. The USS Stethem, a guided missile destroyer, arrived in Shanghai ahead of planned drills with the People's Liberation Army Navy that include communications exercises and a surface rescue simulation. The ship's commanding officer, Harry Marsh, told reporters the visit was intended to "build mutual trust" between the two navies. ... read more

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