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Enlisted Delegation Visits Chinese Counterparts

Air Force Command Chief Master Sgt. James A. Roy led the first NCO delegation consisted of 12 senior NCOs to the People’s Republic of China. They visited soldiers and officers in Nanjing and Wuhan, observed physical training, toured dormitories and dining facility. During an interview, Roy said, "he was struck by the difference in philosophy between U.S. and Chinese NCOs".
Outcomes: 
Hoping to build a cordial relationship with the Chinese, Roy expressed an interest to visit the navy and the air force in the future. He also welcomed the Chinese counterparts do the same. Roy hopes exchange like this promotes transparency.
Source: 

US Department of Defense
http://www.defense.gov/News/NewsArticle.aspx?ID=50476

Government?: 
Yes
Type of Exchange: 
military
Participants (Types): 
Military Leaders
Number of Participants: 
12 senior NCOs
Exchange Date: 
Monday, June 16, 2008 to Friday, June 20, 2008
Continuing: 
No
Image: 
Level of Government: 
national
Location: 
Nanjing/Wuhan
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