PLA Navy opens its first intl social media accounts

The People's Liberation Army Navy launched its official accounts on social media platforms X, formerly known as Twitter, and You-Tube on Monday, in what appears to be a charm offensive targeting global internet users.

In its first post on X, the PLA Navy, which goes under the name ChinaNavy, wrote, "I am Chinese Navy, venturing into the deep blue sea. Welcome to follow us."

A poster was posted below the sentences, showing a sailor holding his rifle and another watching a pigeon. It also carries a brief sentence, written in Chinese and English, "I am @China Navy".