China, Vietnam Conduct 40th Joint Naval Patrol in Tense Beibu Gulf
Chinese and Vietnamese naval forces conducted the 40th joint patrol in the Beibu Gulf on March 19, 2026, originating from the Fangchenggang Port in southern China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. This operation involved coordinated naval task groups from both countries carrying out planned maritime patrols in a strategically sensitive area. The Beibu Gulf, near contested South China Sea waters, remains a hotspot for territorial disputes involving multiple regional players. These joint patrols serve to build trust and prevent conflict escalation between China and Vietnam, who both claim overlapping maritime zones. While generally cooperative, the patrols take place amid growing regional... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Mar 2026 18:54
