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Kayaks block US aircraft carrier Ronald Reagan at Cheju Naval Base.
Last edited Tue Oct 30, 2018, 10:10 PM - Edit history (2)
Source Channel A News Top Ten 10.11- Kayaks block US aircraft carrier Ronald Reagan. One sign in the photo says why we ask is a nuclear aircraft carrier coming to our island that has been at peace for 70 years. The graphic overlay says "the (international) naval review is against the spirit of peace in these times. Opposition demonstrations breaking out in various places."
Source SBS News 10.11- International Naval Review in the sea facing Cheju Naval Base. Navies of 47 countries participate. Picture shows reviewing stands with visiting guests on the deck of the South Korean Amphibious Carrier Dokto to observe the review.
Residents of Gangjeong village in Cheju Island oppose the development of the Cheju Naval Base on their island, the display of naval military power by the International Naval Review that began on October 10, and the presence of the nuclear powered aircraft carrier USS Ronald Reagan. 39 ships participated in the initial review event. Representatives and observers from 47 countries are participating. Japan declined to participate because of the controversy over its imperial "rising sun" flag being displayed in South Korean territorial waters. China refused to participate, it is presumed, because of current poor relations with the United States.
President Moon Jae In of South Korea, hosted the international event on behalf of the South Korean Navy. He addressed the visiting naval officers and dignitaries. Channel A News analysts suggested that the USS Reagan joined with Japanese naval and air forces after turning away from the Cheju harbor because of the local demonstrators in kayaks presenting navigation and safety risks. President Moon was said to have met with the civilian demonstrators complaining about the base and would look into their allegations of damages inflicted on their community. Reportedly USS Reagan has been engaged with Japanese defense forces in joint military exercises since Oct. 1, including the Japanese carrier Izumo.