China’s only serving aircraft carrier, Liaoning has sailed into the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region at 7:20 am on Friday. / Photo provided by PLA Garrison in the HKSAR

The crew found a unique way to greet the people of Hong Kong. Over 700 staff members and officials formed “Hello Hong Kong” in Chinese characters on the carrier’s deck. /Photo provided by PLA Garrison in the HKSAR

This training mission is expected to strengthen coordination among the vessels. /Photo provided by PLA Garrison in the HKSAR

The mission also aims to improve the skills of crew and pilots in different marine regions. /Photo provided by PLA Garrison in the HKSAR