Ukraine, Kiev, Jan. 12 / Trend , Z.Novosvitski/
A Ukrainian military delegation headed by Defense Minister Yuriy Ekhanurov will visit China today.
Ekhanurov will meet with member of the Chinese State Council, Defense Minister Colonel General Lan Guanle. The Ukrainian and Chinese defense ministries will discuss the international military and political landscape, particularly in East Asia. They will also explore possible partnerships, talk about their experience reforming the military and outline future avenues of cooperation.
Ekhanurov meet with Chairman of the Chinese Political Consultative Conference Tsa Tsinlin on Jan. 14.
On the same day, Ukrainian officials will visit the Academy of Space Technologies and National Defense Academy in Beijing. The delegation will be introduced to the academy's data and training procedures, and also tour the Chinese Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC)
The delegation will visit the Beijing Military District on Jan. 15 to observe a training session of the Chinese Defense Ministry's Anti-Terrorism Subdivision. The next day Ekhanurov will visit the Naval Forces of the Chinese Liberation Army.
On Jan. 17, the delegation will visit the Chinese AVIC aircraft building company and meet the company's management. The parties will discuss possible joint projects between the two countries.
The delegation's visit will continue until Jan. 18.
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