China demands end of US Navy surveillance BEIJING - China's Defense Ministry has demanded that the U.S. Navy end surveillance missions off the country's southern coast following a weekend confrontation between an American vessel and Chinese ships. 3 Chinese navy ships leave for Somalia GUANGZHOU, China - Chinese warships -- armed with special forces, guided missiles and helicopters -- set sail Friday for anti-piracy duty off Somalia, the first time the nation has sent ships on a mission that could involve fighting so far beyond its territorial waters. Chinese cheer on as Olympic torch starts mainland leg Cheering Chinese stood on their chairs and waved flags as the Olympic torch started its mainland leg Sunday on the tropical island of Hainan -- the first stop in what is expected to be a peaceful three-month journey to Beijing.