Overview
- China’s Southern Theater Command said it recently conducted live-fire exercises in waters east of the Philippines’ Luzon Island.
- The command described the action as a necessary operation tied to the regional security situation.
- Officials said the training tested sea-air coordination, rapid maneuvers, and at-sea replenishment to gauge joint combat capability.
- The statement gave no timing or precise location and said the drills complied with international law and practice.
- The command said it will carry out similar operations as security needs arise.