The Chinese naval hospital ship "Peace Ark" arrived in Jakarta, Indonesia and started to provide free medical services to local people on November 11, 2022. This is Peace Ark's 10th mission since it entered service in 2008.
At the invitation of the Indonesian military, the hospital ship will stay in Indonesia for seven days. Over 100 Chinese medical workers are onboard, with 14 clinical departments and a pharmacy, as well as a helicopter for emergency medical use. The Chinese Navy earlier said surgical treatment and hospitalization will also be offered if necessary. The Peace Ark has sailed 240,000 miles over the past 14 years, serving more than 230,000 people in over 40 countries and regions.