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Navy crews from China, US compete in matches

Sailors from the Chinese navy and the US Seventh Fleet flagship Blue Ridge compete in a tug of war competition during the US ship’s visit to Qingdao in Shandong province.
Outcomes: 
Officers, sailors and soldiers from both sides planned to exchange visits aboard the ships, holding meetings for formal communications, as well as a range of sports and cultural events.
Government?: 
Yes
Type of Exchange: 
culture
military
Partners: 
Chinese Navy
US Seventh Fleet flagship
Participants (Types): 
officers, sailors and soldiers
Exchange Date: 
Thursday, August 7, 2014
Continuing: 
No
Image: 
Level of Government: 
national
Location: 
Qingdao, China
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