A foreign‑flagged cargo ship docked at an eastern Chinese port ignited at 11:15 local time, resulting in several fatalities and injuries, Xinhua news agency reported.
According to the state media, the vessel was undergoing routine maintenance at a Qingdao shipyard when the blaze erupted.
In response, President Xi Jinping ordered an urgent search and rescue operation while also calling for a swift investigation into the accident.
The incident underscores the persistent safety challenges facing China’s bustling shipping routes and maritime infrastructure.
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