Ships of the Russian Navy and the Chinese Navy have formed a detachment and entered the Sea of Japan for joint patrols in the Asia-Pacific region (APR). This was reported in the press service of the Pacific Fleet.
The group includes the large anti-submarine ship (ASW) "Admiral Tributs" (Project 1155) and the destroyer "Shaoxing". The main tasks of their crews are to maintain peace and stability in the Asia-Pacific region, and to protect the objects of maritime economic activity of Russia and China.
Russian and Chinese naval sailors will traditionally practice maneuvering and interaction during joint training exercises
Joint patrols have been conducted annually since 2021. Previously, "Admiral Tributs" was involved in the Russian-Chinese exercises "Maritime Interaction".
Project 1155 ships are equipped with radar, missile, tactical strike weapons, and anti-aircraft artillery. They carry the Kinzhal naval air defense system, AK-100, AK-630 installations.
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