Chinese naval vessels arrived in Vladivostok on Thursday for the Joint Sea-2025 exercise with Russia. ⁣ ⁣ The fleet includes two guided missile destroyers, a replenishment ship, and a rescue vessel. ⁣ ⁣ The China-Russia drill, running from August 1–6, focuses on securing strategic maritime routes and countering regional security threats in the Western Pacific. ⁣ ⁣ The joint exercise includes three phases: force assembly, joint planning, and joint maritime drills.⁣ ⁣ This marks the 11th edition of the China-Russia “Joint Sea” series since 2012.⁣ ⁣ Following the drill, some units will continue with a sixth joint maritime patrol in the Pacific.⁣ ⁣ #china #russia #military #drill #warship⁣