Beijing (TDI): China and Singapore have started a joint military exercise focused on urban anti-terrorism operations, reflecting growing mutual trust and cooperation between their armed forces.
The Exercise Cooperation-2024, which began on Tuesday, is being held at a training facility in China’s Henan Province, according to Chinese media reports.
The drill focuses on joint anti-terrorism tactics in complex urban environments, aiming to strengthen joint command, coordination, and operational capabilities.
Troops from both sides are working in mixed teams, engaging in basic training, live-fire drills, and comprehensive live-action exercises.
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Chinese and Singaporean commanders underscored the importance of the exercise in enhancing combat readiness, fostering traditional ties, and promoting bilateral military relations.
Singapore, as a city-state, prioritizes urban defense and anti-terrorism strategies.
The drill marks the sixth installment of the Cooperation series, with the previous exercise held in Singapore in September 2023.
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Earlier this year, the two countries also conducted a joint naval drill in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province.
The ongoing exercises underscore the growing strategic partnership and high level of military cooperation between China and Singapore.
Farkhund Yousafzai is an Associate Editor at The Diplomatic Insight.
