Naval parade in Surabaya

SURABAYA, East Java: To celebrate its 52nd anniversary, the Indonesian Navy held a big parade here Sunday.

Some 5,224 personnel participated in the parade which also featured models of battleships and the Jalesveva Jayamahe Monument.

"Through such parades, the Navy strengthens its unity with the people of Surabaya," said parade commander, Col. Moekhlas Sidik, as quoted by Antara.

The parade only covered a distance of 4.5 kilometers to prevent it from disrupting traffic. (mds)