By Bi Xiaotian and Guo Xiaoning
BEIJING, Sept. 29 -- The closing ceremony of the China-Russia Northern/Interaction-2024 exercise was held on September 27.
Centered on joint maritime defense operations, the participating forces of China and Russia coordinated closely during the exercise and effectively improved their organizational and commanding capabilities in joint sea and air defense operations. The exercise covered a range of training subjects, including naval and air escort, guard and defense, air and missile defense. All subjects were combat-oriented and were completed successfully.
The exercise placed greater emphasis on tactical offense and defense in complex maritime and air environment, and the integrated operations between China and Russia in terms of organization and command. The participating forces from both countries worked in close coordination and demonstrated excellent military professionalism throughout the exercise.