China, Iran, Russia navy drills in Gulf of Oman deepen friendship

China’s defence ministry says a recent joint Chinese, Iranian and Russian navy exercises in Gulf of Oman enhanced the ability of the navies to conduct diversified maritime missions.

 

 

BEIJING - A recent joint China-Iran-Russia navy exercise in Gulf of Oman enhanced the ability of the navies to conduct diversified maritime missions, China's defence ministry said on Thursday.

The drills further deepened friendship and practical cooperation among the three countries, said Tan Kefei, a ministry spokesman.

The three nations sent forces including 12 ships, special operations and diving units to participate the drills from March 15 to 19, Tan said.