What
is a top naval advisor from the US doing in NZ, which scarcely has a
navy beyond ac few frigates? To negotiate a visit by a nuclear
vessel?
Top
US naval advisor in NZ
A
top naval advisor to the United States President Barack Obama is in
the country to build a closer working relationship between the United
States and New Zealand..
9
February, 2015
Admiral
Jonathan W. Greenert who is the US Chief of Naval Operations arrived
in Auckland today. He will visit the Devonport Naval Base and will
later travel to Wellington.
His
New Zealand counterpart, Rear Admiral Jack Steer said Admiral
Greenert is in New Zealand to discuss a range of matters, including
co-ordinated responses to international humanitarian assistance and
disaster relief events.
Admiral
Steer said New Zealand personnel have learned a lot through working
with the United States military and Admiral Greenert's visit will
build on what he calls that excellent working relationship.
Earlier
this week in Canberra, Admiral Greenert said the United States wants
to expand its Pacific presence, including basing ships in Australia.
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