The Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy has commissioned yet another new Type 052D guided missile destroyer, the Ganzi (Hull Number 128), with its training footage released by official media on Thursday. A Chinese military affairs expert said that the Type 052D is a very capable class of warship that is suitable for mass production and continued upgrades, and ships of this class are making significant contributions to China’s national defense. | Global Times

Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA) Navy ships Qi Jiguang and Yimengshan entered the waters of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) on Tuesday morning. Escorted by vessels from the PLA Hong Kong Garrison and the HKSAR government, Qi Jiguang and Yimengshan sailed toward the PLA Hong Kong Garrison's naval base in Stonecutters Island. The two vessels will be open for public visits at the Stonecutters Island Navel Base. | Global Times

#Exclusive: A naval warship of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (#PLA) Navy on Thursday rendered humanitarian assistance to a Philippine fisherman in distress in the #SouthChinaSea, providing food and water and notifying a nearby Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) vessel for follow-up assistance, according to videos and photos obtained by the Global Times from relevant authorities. | Global Times