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Chief of Navy RADM Wat Makes Introductory Visit to China

10 Sep 23
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Our Chief of Navy RADM Sean Wat was in China for his introductory visit from 4 to 9 September 2023 where he was hosted by Admiral (ADM) Dong Jun, Commander People's Liberation Army Navy (PLAN), in Beijing.  

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RADM Wat presenting a plaque to ADM Dong Jun after the courtesy call

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RADM Wat receiving a plaque from ADM Dong Jun after the courtesy call


During the trip, RADM Wat visited the North Sea Fleet Headquarters in Qingdao, Shandong Province, where he called on Vice Admiral (VADM) Fu Yaoquan, Political Commissar of the PLAN North Sea Fleet. 

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VADM Fu Yaoquan presenting a plaque to RADM Wat

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VADM Fu Yaoquan presenting a plaque to RADM Wat

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RADM Wat listening to the tour at the PLAN Naval Museum

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RADM Wat listening to the tour at the PLAN Naval Museum


RADM Wat also visited the South Sea Fleet Headquarters in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province where he called on RADM Xu Haihua, Chief of Staff of the PLAN South Sea Fleet. 

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RADM Xu Haihua presenting a plaque to RADM Wat at the courtesy call

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RADM Xu Haihua presenting a plaque to RADM Wat at the courtesy call


RADM Wat's visit underscores the warm and friendly defence ties between the Singapore and Chinese navies. Over the years, the interactions between both navies have strengthened our mutual understanding, and enhanced our professionalism and camaraderie.


Photos by SLTC Jackson Pang & MAJ Daryl Teo

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