Netizens cheer for Xuelong

China's research vessel and icebreaker Xuelong, or Snow Dragon, has been trapped in deep ice after a helicopter from the ship rescued all 52 passengers aboard a Russian vessel stranded in Antarctica on Thursday. Chinese have taken to social media to voice support and best wishes. Here are some of their comments:

Lihaizhiying:Xuelonghas offered international humanitarian assistance, which can help build China's soft power. May Xuelong return safe and sound!

Kunanchengjiuxingfudefabao:There's nothing embarrassing about Xuelong awaiting rescue after rescuing others. Unexpected things happen in extreme Antarctic weather.

The Seventh Day of Jesus Christ:Our country did the right thing, sacrificing its research projects to rescue others. What our country has done has greater value.

Kotokochan:We're proud of you,Xuelong. Hope you get out of trouble soon. Hope China can soon build a more powerful icebreaker.

Dayikuaihuolin:Come on Xuelong! The whole world is watching you.

Qinshixinchen:Let countries help one another.

Sailor Under the Red Flag:To all the scientists facing the harsh environment: You have our highest respect. You are the beacon of human progress.

Liu Yanjun:We must be more united in the face of great disasters and challenges, and that is the only way we can get through them.

Vance2011:Hope they take care of themselves. Be confident and calm, and use scientific strategy to return quickly.