The Chinese Ministry of National Defense announced today, Sunday, that Chinese and Russian naval forces will conduct joint drills in the waters and airspace off the Chinese city of Qingdao this month.
According to the Reuters news agency, the ministry stated in a press release: “Following the conclusion of the drills, some forces from both sides will head to specific areas in the Pacific Ocean to conduct joint naval patrols.”
The ministry added that these drills are held annually “with the aim of jointly addressing security challenges and maintaining peace and stability in the region.”