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China and Russia started their joint naval military exercise Joint C-2026 on Monday (6 July 2026). The exercise began at a military port in Chengdu, Shandong province in eastern China. China’s government broadcaster CCTV gave this information. According to the report, this joint naval exercise will be conducted in three phases. In the first phase, the task force of the navies of both the countries will gather. In the second phase, a joint plan and strategy will be prepared at the port. After this, in the third phase, different military operations will be conducted in the sea.
According to CCTV, the warships of China and Russia involved in this exercise will practice operations like joint reconnaissance, air defense missile defense in the maritime area around Chengdu. Apart from this, soldiers will also be given training in actual use of weapons.
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What is the purpose of military exercises between China and Russia?
The purpose of this joint military exercise is said to be to increase coordination between the navies of the two countries, strengthen coordination in maritime operations and improve the capability of joint operations. This exercise is taking place at a time when China and Russia are continuously strengthening their defense cooperation amid regional and global security challenges.
Russia and China also cooperate in the field of defense technology
Russia and China also cooperate in the field of defense technology. Russia has been providing modern fighter aircraft, air defense systems, helicopter engines and other defense machines to China for a long time. China has purchased advanced military technology like Sukhoi Su-35 fighter aircraft and S-400 Triumph air defense system from Russia. Both countries also jointly conduct maritime patrolling and strategic air patrolling. Many times their warships and bomber aircraft have been seen on joint missions in the Sea of Japan, the East China Sea and the Pacific Ocean. The purpose of these operations is to demonstrate the military capability and mutual coordination of both the countries.
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