PLA Navy’s Baotou Destroyer Advances Joint Combat Capabilities in 2026 Drills
China’s advanced Type 052D destroyer Baotou conducts joint combat drills in 2026, enhancing emergency response capabilities following multinational naval exercises.
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PLA Navy Confident in Countering Provocations, Says Crew
PLA Navy crews demonstrate enhanced operational readiness and composure in handling foreign provocations during recent far-sea missions, signaling growing maritime capabilities.
PLA Navy’s Guangxi Amphibious Assault Ship Conducts Combat Readiness Drills
PLA Navy’s Guangxi amphibious assault ship completes combat readiness drills, testing equipment and coordination in simulated scenarios during January 2026 exercises.
BRICS Nations Launch Joint Naval Exercise to Bolster Maritime Security
BRICS members China, Russia, and South Africa launch ‘Will for Peace 2026’ naval exercise to enhance maritime security and economic stability in key shipping lanes.
China, Russia, South Africa Launch ‘Will for Peace 2026’ Naval Drills
BRICS members China, Russia, and South Africa launch joint maritime drills ‘Will for Peace 2026’ off South Africa’s coast, focusing on counter-terrorism and maritime safety.
U.S. Seizure of Russian Tanker Sparks ‘Piracy’ Accusations
U.S. forces seize Russian oil tanker in North Atlantic, sparking piracy accusations and geopolitical tensions amid energy market uncertainties.
China Condemns U.S. Ship Detentions as Illegal Under Int’l Law
China accuses the U.S. of violating international law by detaining foreign vessels in international waters, urging adherence to UN principles.
U.S. Seizes Russian-Linked Oil Tanker in North Atlantic Operation
U.S. authorities seize Russian-linked oil tanker en route to Venezuela, highlighting escalating sanctions enforcement in global energy markets.
China Commissions Advanced Type 052D Destroyer Amid Regional Security Shifts
China’s PLA Navy commissions advanced Type 052D destroyer Loudi, featuring upgraded combat systems and successful completion of high-intensity drills amid regional security developments.
Fujian Coast Guard Conducts Maritime Patrol Near Taiwan Amid Regional Tensions
Fujian Coast Guard conducts law enforcement patrol near Taiwan, testing regional control capabilities amid ongoing cross-strait discussions on maritime security.
PLA Navy Helicopter Units Shift Focus to Blue Water Missions in 2025
The PLA Navy’s helicopter units are transitioning to ship-based operations to enhance blue water capabilities, with recent joint exercises showcasing strategic readiness.
China Coast Guard Releases Taiwan Patrol Map, Details Drills
China Coast Guard discloses details of Taiwan Strait patrol drills, highlighting enhanced maritime law enforcement capabilities in 2025.
Venezuela Enacts Anti-Piracy Law Amid Rising Tensions with US
Venezuela passes anti-piracy law with 20-year prison terms amid rising tensions over US seizures of oil tankers in Caribbean waters.
Venezuela Condemns Latest US Oil Tanker Seizure as ‘Piracy’
Venezuela accuses the U.S. of ‘piracy’ after seizing another oil tanker near its coast, escalating tensions amid sanctions and military build-up in 2025.
Venezuela Condemns Latest US Oil Tanker Seizure as ‘Piracy’
Venezuela accuses the US of ‘piracy’ after seizing another oil tanker near its coast, escalating tensions over energy trade sanctions.
Mainland Coast Guard Patrols in Xiamen-Kinmen Waters Aim to Ensure Maritime Safety, Stability
Chinese mainland authorities emphasize regular coast guard patrols near Kinmen to ensure maritime order and protect fishermen, rejecting Taiwan’s ‘prohibited waters’ claims.
Fujian Coast Guard Intensifies Patrols Near Kinmen Waters
Fujian Coast Guard enhances maritime patrols near Kinmen, ensuring safety and order in the Taiwan Strait amid regional stability efforts.
China Condemns Philippine Vessel Intrusion Near Xianbin Jiao
China condemns Philippine vessels for illegal intrusion near Xianbin Jiao, reaffirming sovereignty amid escalating South China Sea tensions.
China Coast Guard Expels Philippine Vessels Near Xianbin Jiao
China Coast Guard expels Philippine vessels near Xianbin Jiao, reaffirming sovereignty in the South China Sea amid rising regional tensions.
U.S. Releases Footage of Venezuelan Oil Tanker Seizure in 2025
The U.S. releases declassified footage of a 2025 oil tanker seizure near Venezuela, citing ‘sufficient cause’ under President Trump’s order.
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