The Hellenic Navy (HN) (Greek: Πολεμικό Ναυτικό, Polemikó Naftikó, abbreviated ΠΝ) is the naval force of Greece, part of the Greek Armed Forces. The modern Greek navy has its roots in the naval forces of various Aegean Islands, which fought in the Greek War of Independence. During the periods of monarchy (1833–1924 and 1936–1973) it was known as the Royal Navy (Βασιλικόν Ναυτικόν, Vasilikón Naftikón, abbreviated ΒΝ).The total displacement of all the navy's vessels is approximately 150,000 tons.The motto of the Hellenic Navy is "Μέγα το της Θαλάσσης Κράτος" from Thucydides' account of Pericles' oration on the eve of the Peloponnesian War. This has been roughly translated as "Great is the country that controls the sea". The Hellenic Navy's emblem consists of an anchor in front of a crossed Christian cross and trident, with the cross symbolizing Greek Orthodoxy, and the trident symbolizing Poseidon, the god of the sea in Greek mythology. Pericles' words are written across the top of the emblem. "The navy, as it represents a necessary weapon for Greece, should only be created for war and aim to victory."...............The Hellenic Merchant Marine refers to the Merchant Marine of Greece, engaged in commerce and transportation of goods and services universally. It consists of the merchant vessels owned by Greek civilians, flying either the Greek flag or a flag of convenience. Greece is a maritime nation by tradition, as shipping is arguably the oldest form of occupation of the Greeks and a key element of Greek economic activity since the ancient times. Nowadays, Greece has the largest merchant fleet in the world, which is the second largest contributor to the national economy after tourism and forms the backbone of world shipping. The Greek fleet flies a variety of flags, however some Greek shipowners gradually return to Greece following the changes to the legislative framework governing their operations and the improvement of infrastructure.Blogger Tips and Tricks
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Wednesday, January 19, 2011

U.S., China in New Nuclear Deal..[ 2016 ]

Officials: U.S., China in New Nuke Security Deal

Published January 19, 2011
Associated Press
Jan. 18: The Capitol dome is seen at rear as Chinese and U.S. flags are displayed in Washington ahead of the arrival of China's President Hu Jintao for a state visit hosted by President Obama.
AP: The Capitol dome is seen at rear as Chinese and U.S. flags are displayed in Washington ahead of the arrival of China's President Hu Jintao for a state visit hosted by President Obama.
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WASHINGTON -- President Obama plans to announce a deal Wednesday to step up cooperation with China on nuclear security, U.S. officials say.
The agreement to be signed by U.S. and Chinese energy officials during the visit of Chinese President Hu Jintao would establish a jointly financed nuclear security center in China.
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The U.S. officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak on the record before Obama's announcement, see the agreement as an opening to expand security cooperation with China.
The announcement comes as the Obama administration is looking for ways to ease tensions between the two world powers over economic, trade and security issues.
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The United States has spent billions on extensive cooperation on nuclear security with Russia and has often used the issue as way to stimulate further political cooperation. But it has had very limited interaction with China on nuclear security.
The U.S. considers China a vital player in attempts to contain North Korean aggression against South Korea and its development of a nuclear weapon. The U.S. also needs Chinese support to rein in Iran's nuclear ambitions, as China is a U.N. Security Council member.
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The venture would be aimed at training to improve security at nuclear facilities and accounting of nuclear materials. U.S. officials also hope to hold joint exercises on response to nuclear disasters and terrorism and to share nuclear detection technology.

U.S. officials also say the two countries plan  to open up the center to other countries in Asia, hoping that China can use its influence to improve nuclear security in the region.
Under the agreement to be signed by U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu and China Atomic Energy Authority Chairman Chen Quifa, China would pay for most of the center's budget, but the United States will provide technology and expertise.
The idea for the center was first proposed by Hu at Obama's nuclear security summit in April.
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