China, Russia, Mongolia to Begin Second Joint Border Defense Exercise
Summary
China, Russia and Mongolia will begin their second joint border defense exercise in early September. The drill, codenamed Border Defense Cooperation 2026, will focus on countering espionage and sabotage in border areas.
Key Points
- China, Russia and Mongolia are set to launch their second joint border defense exercise in early September.
- The exercise, codenamed Border Defense Cooperation 2026, will target espionage and sabotage activities along border areas.
- Activities will include joint planning, searches, coordinated attacks, arrests, and the handover of suspects.
- The first joint border security exercise among the three countries was conducted in September 2025.
