China and Russia launch South China Sea naval wargames

‘China and Russia have launched eight-day joint naval wargames in the disputed South China Sea amid tensions with the US which is expanding its military presence in the region.
The “Joint Sea-2016” maneuvers kicked off on Monday with the participation of 21 aircraft and 18 ships from both sides including destroyers, cruisers, amphibious warfare ships and supply vessels.
In a statement, the Chinese navy said the exercises will be conducted in an area off China’s southeastern province of Guangdong.
Participating units will be carrying out defense, rescue, and anti-submarine operations, as well as “island seizing” and other activities, it said.’
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