China-Belarus "God Eagle-2026" Airborne Troops Joint Training Enters Comprehensive Exercise Phase

Source: Global Times
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Recently, the joint training of airborne troops "God Eagle-2026" between China and Belarus has been progressing in an orderly manner at a training center of the Chinese Air Force. Currently, the participating officers and soldiers from both militaries have completed the basic intensive training and coordinated precision training phases, and have transitioned to the comprehensive exercise phase since yesterday.

During the preliminary training, the officers and soldiers from both militaries adopted a mixed grouping and mutual learning model, focusing on specific subjects to conduct specialized training, standardizing collaborative processes, and refining tactical methods, steadily solidifying the foundation for joint counter-terrorism operational capabilities.

In the comprehensive exercise phase, both sides will closely align with real combat scenarios, conducting all-element comprehensive exercises, with a focus on honing the joint command and coordinated action capabilities of both militaries, continuously deepening practical cooperation, and jointly enhancing the ability to carry out joint counter-terrorism missions.

Chinese participating team member Zhang Yipin: After the mixed training over the past few days, we have developed a good tacit understanding with the Belarusian side in command coordination and tactical cooperation. Next, we will continue to enhance our collaboration through face-to-face communication and shoulder-to-shoulder combat, complementing each other's strengths and jointly improving our joint counter-terrorism operational capabilities.

During the joint training, both sides also organized various cultural and sports exchange activities, such as friendly football and tug-of-war matches. The officers and soldiers from both militaries deepened their understanding and enhanced mutual trust through interaction, further consolidating collaborative consensus and laying a solid foundation for the comprehensive exercise.

Classification
Region
East Asia & Pacific
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Special Operations
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Joint training exercises transitioning to comprehensive drills
Location
China
Unit
Chinese Air Force and Belarusian Armed Forces
Time
Recent
Equipment
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Summary

China and Belarus are conducting joint military training exercises named 'Eagle-2026' at a Chinese Air Force training center. The exercises have moved into a comprehensive drill phase, focusing on counter-terrorism capabilities and tactical coordination. Both militaries are enhancing their operational skills through mixed training and cultural exchanges, including friendly sports events.

Key Facts
  • China and Belarus are conducting joint military training exercises called 'Eagle-2026'.
  • The training has transitioned to a comprehensive drill phase after completing initial training stages.
  • Both militaries are focusing on counter-terrorism operational capabilities and tactical coordination.
  • Cultural exchange activities, such as friendly sports matches, are also part of the training.
  • The training aims to enhance mutual understanding and cooperation between the two armed forces.