US naval ships to visit Danang next week
(VOV) -Two US naval ships, including the USS John S McCain and USNS Safeguard, will begin their six-day exchange activities with the Vietnam People’s Navy in Danang on April 7.
The US Consulate General in Ho Chi Minh City has announced that a welcoming ceremony and press conference will be held upon arrival and provide details about the visit.
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The two navies will exchange expertise in health, diving training, search and rescue, and disaster relief.
A series of activities including sports friendlies and music performance are also scheduled for April 8-9.
Previously, the USS John S. McCain paid a friendly visit to Danang in 2010 within the framework of cooperation between the US’s 7th Fleet and the Vietnam People’s Navy.