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Depart for mission
Published: Jul 04, 2026 12:24 AM
The Chinese Arctic expedition team sets sail from Dalian, Liaoning Province on July 3, 2026, as the icebreakers Xuelong, Xuelong 2, and Jidi departed for the Arctic Ocean. The team will focus on addressing global climate change and its impacts.  Photo: VCG

The Chinese Arctic expedition team sets sail from Dalian, Liaoning Province on July 3, 2026, as the icebreakers Xuelong, Xuelong 2, and Jidi departed for the Arctic Ocean. The team will focus on addressing global climate change and its impacts. Photo: VCG