150728-N-UF697-651 QINGDAO (July 28, 2015) People’s Liberation Army Navy Cmdr. Cai Qing (right), commanding officer of People’s Liberation Army Navy guided-missile frigate Yantai (FFG 538), discusses the ship’s capabilities with Cmdr. Harry Marsh (left), commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Stethem (DDG 63), on the bridge during a tour of Yantai. Stethem is in Qingdao for a port visit to continue to build key diplomatic and military relationships and to illustrate the U.S. Navy’s commitment to broadening ties in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region. During Stethem’s visit, the crew will engage in sports activities and will host tours of the ship for the local residents and military members. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Kevin V. Cunningham/Released)
<dl><dd>Unit: USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74)</dd>
<dd>DVIDS Tags: China; U.S. Navy; USS Stethem; Qingdao</dd></dl>
Petty Officer 3rd Class Kevin Cunningham
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