Spokesperson of the Ministry of Defense of China: Joint exercises with Iran and Russia are important for the security of the region

Wu Qian, the spokesperson of the Ministry of Defense of China, also said that the joint naval exercise between China, Russia and Iran has increased the cooperation between the three countries.

According to Sputnik news agency, he also said that this exercise plays an important role in the maritime security of the region.

The spokesperson of the Ministry of Defense of China continued: Beijing, Tehran and Moscow have held joint naval exercises so far, the aim of which is to strengthen cooperation and interaction between the naval forces of the three countries and maintain security. The sea is considered an important area.

This exercise titled “Maritime Security Belt-2024” was held in the waters of the Oman Sea between March 11 and 15.

The Ministry of Defense of Russia had previously said that this naval exercise aims to teach safety in maritime economic activities, including the release of ships that have been captured by pirates.

Source: ISNA