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Chinese and US navies launch anti-piracy exercise in the Gulf of Aden

Chinese and US navies launched their latest anti-piracy exercise in the Gulf of Aden. The Communist Party of China places high value on "diplomacy through military exchanges," which has played a significant role in promoting China's overall diplomatic work and safeguarding national security, Xi said at a meeting of military officers.
Outcomes: 
President Xi Jinping said military authorities should unswervingly following the Party's "absolute leadership" in performing military diplomacy, strengthening international military exchanges in accordance with China's overall diplomatic and security strategies. The president also asked the military staff to be self-disciplined and resistant to corruption.
Contact Info: 
United States Navy, People's Liberation Army Navy
Government?: 
Yes
Type of Exchange: 
military
Partners: 
United States Navy
People's Liberation Army Navy
Sponsor(s): 
United States Government; Chinese Government
Participants (Types): 
military staff, navy members, government officials
Exchange Date: 
Thursday, January 29, 2015
Continuing: 
No
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Level of Government: 
national
Location: 
Gulf of Aden, Arabian Sea
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