China and Russia continue to expand joint naval exercises

JAKARTA - The Chinese Ministry of Defense stated on Sunday that the Chinese People's Liberation Army Navy (PLA) and the Russian Navy would continue to expand the scale of joint exercises.

According to the official statement of the ministry, the two countries completed the training session in open waters on Saturday (11/7).

The annual joint military exercise series titled "Naval Interaction-2026" took place in the Yellow Sea from July 6-13.

"Both parties will continue to expand the scope and scope of joint exercises based on the principles of openness, transparency, and mutual trust," the official statement quoted.

China's Defense Ministry said the joint exercise was aimed at enhancing the two countries' contribution to maintaining global peace and stability.