'Patron' promotes safer, greener environment

The sea has been a pivotal part of Wang Chun's career since 1993 and his tide of progress has seen him now lead a working team that governs a slew of islands and waters. His role has earned him the affectionate title of "Patron of the Islands".

The islands group he is responsible for within the Xisha Islands is called Qilianyu, "seven islands in a string".

Qilianyu forms a special part of Sansha city's administration because Wang's committee combines five organs in one - a police station, border defense branch, law enforcement workstation, militia command and a medical, rescue and aid center.