MOSCOW, (TDI): Chinese and Russian naval warships have conducted anti-submarine exercises in the northwestern Pacific Ocean as part of a joint patrol in the Asia-Pacific region, according to Russian media.
The Interfax agency reported that a tactical group of warships maneuvered to establish a formation for anti-submarine defense. The joint patrols commenced following the Beibu/Interaction 2024 naval exercises held in September.
During these patrol missions, various training sessions and combat exercises were planned, focusing on anti-submarine defense and maritime rescue operations. However, the agency did not specify a timeline for the drills.
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From the Russian side, the large anti-submarine destroyers Admiral Panteleyev and Admiral Tributs from the Pacific Fleet participated in the exercises.
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China was represented by the destroyers Xining and Wuxi, the frigate Linyi, and the integrated supply ship Taihu, according to Interfax.