Chinese research vessel Xiang Yang Hong 03, carrying a team of scientists, arrived at Myanmar's Thilawa Port Wednesday morning to jointly conduct oceanographic research in Myanmar's waters.
Qiu Yun, chief scientist of the vessel, said the research will contribute to better understanding the response of regional variations to climate change and help support the marine ecological protection in Myanmar's waters.
A multi-disciplinary observation including physical oceanography, marine chemistry and marine biology will be carried out during the three-day expedition, he added.
Five local experts will take part in the research activities.
"Relations with the Chinese government in terms of oceanographic research will be strengthened, which is an expanding area beyond politics, economics and socio-cultural relations," said Dr. Zaw Minn Aung, an official from the Myanmar Foreign Ministry.
The visit to Myanmar by the Chinese vessel is aimed at conducting ocean observation in the Indian Ocean to promote prevention and reduction of natural disasters.
