China-Russia "Maritime Joint-2026" Joint Exercise Troop Assembly Completed
▲China-Russia "Maritime Joint-2026" joint exercise naval vessels have gathered
▲China-Russia "Maritime Joint-2026" joint exercise naval vessels have gathered
▲China-Russia "Maritime Joint-2026" joint exercise naval vessels have gathered
▲China-Russia "Maritime Joint-2026" joint exercise naval vessels have gathered
On July 5, the Russian Navy task force participating in the China-Russia "Maritime Joint-2026" joint exercise arrived at a military port in Qingdao, Shandong, and successfully met with the Chinese participating forces. All naval forces from both China and Russia have gathered. A welcome ceremony was held for the Russian side at the dock by the Chinese side.
▲The Chinese side held a welcome ceremony for the Russian side at the dock
At around 10 a.m., after the Russian Navy missile cruiser "Varyag" docked, the commander of the Russian task force and the captains of the ships disembarked. During the welcome ceremony, the chief directors of the joint exercise from both China and Russia delivered speeches.
▲The Chinese side held a welcome ceremony for the Russian side at the dock
In this exercise, the Russian participating forces consist of the missile cruiser "Varyag," the frigate "Marble," the large submarine "Ufa," and the rescue ship "Igor Belousov." The Chinese participating forces mainly include the missile destroyer Kaifeng, the Anshan, the missile frigate Wuhu, the comprehensive supply ship Kekexili Lake, the submarine rescue ship Yangcheng Lake, and one submarine. Additionally, both sides also dispatched shipborne helicopters and marines to participate in the exercise.
▲Russian vessels entering the port
The exercise focuses on "Joint Response to Maritime Security Threats," distinguishing three phases: force assembly, port planning, and maritime drills. It aims to demonstrate both sides' determination and capability to strengthen joint responses to maritime security threats and maintain international and regional peace and stability, further deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Russia in the new era.
▲Children salute the Russian sailors
During the port phase, both sides will conduct courtesy meetings, joint planning, professional discussions, and organize mutual visits to each other's vessels, as well as engage in friendly basketball matches, receptions, and other exchange activities. During the maritime phase, both sides will conduct joint reconnaissance, air defense and missile defense, and various other exercises.
Authors: Shi Shuang, Du Yujie, Miao Jing, Sun Chao, Wang Guanjun, Wang Jing
Images: Feng Zhibin, Wang Zezhou, Li Fengxiang, Wang Yuanfang, Ren Zijun, Li Siyuan
On July 5, 2026, Russian naval vessels, including the Varyag missile cruiser, arrived at a military port in Qingdao, China, to participate in the 'Joint Sea-2026' naval exercise. The exercise aims to enhance cooperation between the Russian and Chinese navies in addressing maritime security threats. Activities will include joint reconnaissance, air defense, and maritime strike drills, along with various cultural exchanges between the crews.
- Russian naval vessels arrived at a military port in Qingdao on July 5, 2026.
- The exercise is named 'Joint Sea-2026' and focuses on responding to maritime security threats.
- Participating Russian vessels include the Varyag cruiser and Ufa submarine.
- Chinese vessels include the Kaifeng destroyer and Wuhu frigate.
- The exercise includes phases of assembly, planning, and maritime drills.