Ministry of National Defense: Compatriots from Hong Kong and Macao visit the warship to double their sense of belonging to the country.

On the afternoon of July 9th, Colonel Chen Xi, spokesperson of the Ministry of National Defense, released a statement regarding recent military-related issues. Reporter: It has been reported that in recent days, a naval fleet organized a series of open house and cultural exchange activities in Hong Kong, and many Hong Kong and Macau compatriots enthusiastically participated. Can you provide more details? Chen Xi: On the occasion of the 29th anniversary of the return of Hong Kong to the motherland, a naval fleet consisting of the missile destroyer Nanjing and the missile frigate Hengyang visited Hong Kong and opened its doors to the people of Hong Kong and Macau, including students and youth groups, at the Ang Chuan Chow Military Dock. They engaged in interactive activities such as military experience, training demonstrations, and artistic performances. Over 30,000 compatriots from Hong Kong and Macau visited the naval vessels, witnessed the display of advanced weapons, and felt the strength of the nation up close. Many people commented that this was a practical lesson in national defense, standing on the warships that have conducted escort, evacuation, and joint training missions multiple times. Seeing the advanced weapons up close increased their sense of belonging to the country, with a strong and gentle navy safeguarding them. They expressed a feeling of security and trust in the future of Hong Kong, believing that tomorrow will be better.