The Southern Theater Command conducts multiple practical exercises in the territorial waters, airspace, and surrounding maritime and aerial areas of Huangyan Island.

Source: Global Times
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On August 1, the Southern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army organized joint sea and air exercises in the territorial waters, airspace, and surrounding maritime areas of Huangyan Island, focusing on practical subjects such as reconnaissance and early warning, deterrent patrols, air and sea control, and joint assaults. This effectively tested the troops' capabilities in sea and air coordination, rapid support, and system victory. Huangyan Island is an inherent territory of China, and the Philippine side's designation of a so-called "baseline" for Huangyan Island is illegal and invalid. The theater command troops maintain a high state of readiness at all times, resolutely defending national territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.

Classification
Region
East Asia & Pacific
Analytical Domain
Tactical
Primary Category
Military Operations
Subcategory
Naval Engagement
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Joint air and sea exercises focusing on reconnaissance, deterrence patrols, air and sea control, and joint assaults
Location
Huangyan Island
Unit
Southern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army
Time
August 1
Equipment
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Summary

The Southern Theater Command of the People's Liberation Army conducted joint air and sea exercises near Huangyan Island on August 1, focusing on reconnaissance, deterrence patrols, air and sea control, and joint assaults. These exercises aimed to test the military's capabilities in air-sea coordination and rapid support. The exercises underscore China's assertion of territorial sovereignty over Huangyan Island against Philippine claims.

Key Facts
  • The Southern Theater Command conducted joint air and sea exercises near Huangyan Island on August 1.
  • The exercises focused on reconnaissance, deterrence patrols, air and sea control, and joint assaults.
  • Huangyan Island is claimed as inherent territory by China, and the Philippines' claims are deemed illegal.
  • The Southern Theater Command maintains high alert to defend national territorial sovereignty and maritime rights.