China and Vietnam Wrap Up 40th Joint Naval Patrol and First Maritime Training in Beibu Gulf
China and Vietnam concluded their 40th joint naval patrol and the first-ever joint maritime training in the Beibu Gulf, a crucial area for both nations' maritime interests. The patrol involved Chinese warships Hengyang and Enshi alongside Vietnamese vessels Tran Hung Dao and Ly Thai To. These coordinated operations included force assembly, port exchanges in Fangchenggang city, and joint search and rescue training for drowning personnel. This collaboration strengthens maritime security cooperation between China and Vietnam amid ongoing regional tensions in the South China Sea area. Both navies demonstrated their ability to operate jointly, increasing confidence and interoperability. The Beibu Gulf... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 22 Mar 2026 09:15
