Chinese Navy hospital ship "Peace Ark" concludes visit to Senegal
Xinhua News Agency, Dakar, October 1 (Reporter Qi Qi) The Chinese Navy hospital ship "Comfort Ark," which is carrying out the "Harmonious Mission-2026," concluded its friendly visit to Senegal on October 1 and departed from the Port of Dakar.
At around 10 a.m., military and political officials from the Senegalese side, representatives of Chinese embassy staff including the ambassador and military attaché, local residents, overseas Chinese, and representatives of Chinese-funded institutions gathered at the dock to bid farewell. Since its arrival on September 25, the "Comfort Ark" hospital ship has provided medical services to the Senegalese people and local Chinese community. During this period, the hospital ship treated a total of 6,060 patients, performed 29 surgeries including ophthalmology and general surgery, conducted health check-ups for 61 individuals, and medical teams simultaneously went to local community health centers to provide treatment for 350 people. Additionally, training teams conducted health education and skills training for 150 local medical staff in two batches, earning widespread praise from all sectors of Senegalese society.
During the visit, the "Comfort Ark" hospital ship held a deck reception; the task force organized representatives to visit a local orphanage and engage in academic exchanges at a local hospital. Chinese and Senegalese military personnel also held a friendly basketball match, further enhancing the traditional friendship between the two countries' armed forces.
The Chinese Navy hospital ship 'Peace Ark' concluded its visit to Dakar, Senegal, on October 1, 2023, after providing medical services to 6060 patients and performing 29 surgeries. During its stay, the ship engaged in community activities, including training local medical staff and hosting a basketball match. The visit was well-received by the local population and officials.
- The 'Peace Ark' hospital ship treated 6060 patients during its visit.
- 29 surgeries were performed, including ophthalmology and general surgery.
- The ship provided health education and skills training to 150 local medical staff.
- The visit included community engagement activities such as a basketball match and a reception on deck.
- The ship left Dakar on October 1, 2023, after a week-long visit.