Update: China's first Type 054B frigate Luohe commissioned

QINGDAO, Jan. 22 (Xinhua) -- China's first Type 054B frigate, the Luohe, was commissioned in the People's Liberation Army Navy on Wednesday morning at a military port in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province.

The Luohe, designated hull number "545," has a displacement of approximately 5,000 tonnes. This new-generation frigate, independently developed and constructed by China, boasts advancements in stealth technology, combat command systems and firepower integration, significantly enhancing overall performance.

With strong capabilities for comprehensive combat operations and diverse military missions, the warship will play a vital role in enhancing the overall combat effectiveness of naval task forces. ■