Nikolay Evmenov, the head of the Russian Navy, emphasized the significance of boosting military cooperation with Beijing during his visit to China in early June. According to the US National Defense University, the two countries conducted six joint drills last year, a number unprecedented in the past two decades.

The economic and military ties between Moscow and Beijing have intensified since Russia's operation in Ukraine began in February 2022. The joint drill was confirmed by the Chinese Defense Ministry on Wednesday, which emphasized that it 'doesn't target any third party and has nothing to do with the current international and regional situation.'Įarlier in July, the navies of both countries participated in the 'Northern/Interaction-2023' wargames in the Sea of Japan, conducting 20 combat exercises, including joint artillery firing at seaborne, coastal, and air targets. The ships will also engage with aviation from the Russian Pacific Fleet and China's People's Liberation Army. Russian and Chinese helicopters will participate in missions that involve landing on vessels belonging to the other country. The mission aims to strengthen naval cooperation between Russia and China, maintain peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region, monitor the sea area, and protect the maritime economic activity facilities of both countries.ĭuring the patrol, Russian and Chinese sailors will focus on perfecting various types of joint actions, including organizing defensive measures, replenishing water and fuel on the move, and conducting anti-submarine activities. The vessels departed from the port of Vladivostok in Russia's Far East, following an agreed route, according to a statement from the Russian Defense Ministry. This marks the third such operation carried out by the navies of both countries, showcasing their intensified military cooperation in recent years, according to RT.

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