An Australian naval ship will visit China from Sept. 18 to 30 at the invitation of People's Liberation Army Navy, according to the information office of China's Ministry of National Defense.
The frigate Warramunga, with 183 crew, will visit Qingdao in east China's Shandong Province and Zhanjiang in the southern Guangdong Province.
During their stay in China, the Australian crew will run a joint rescue drill with China's navy.
Chinese Marine Corps and Australian naval special forces will also conduct a joint exercise.
Officers and soldiers of the two sides will visit each other' s ships, hold military exchanges and carry out recreational activities.
The Australian frigate will be open to the public in Qingdao and Zhanjiang.
"The visit will promote concrete communication and cooperation between the Chinese and Australian navies, enhance mutual understanding and trust," an officer with information office said.
Source: Xinhua
