Zhanjiang hosts Ocean Economy Expo

Navy ships and equipment, range of marine resources

As the South China base for the country's navy and an important port city in Guangdong province, Zhanjiang will host the China Ocean Economy Expo starting Wednesday, offering participants a showcase of the country's national defense and the latest in global marine science.

The expo's main exhibition hall will show the public the high-tech side of the marine industry and state-of-the-art equipment for shipbuilding. It will also promote tourism, cultures and arts related to the sea.