A multinational naval drill called “Security Belt-2025” between China, Russia, and Iran is scheduled to take place in the waters close to the Iranian port of Chabahar, which is situated on the Gulf of Oman. The goal of this exercise, which is slated for early to mid-March, is to improve military confidence and encourage practical collaboration between the participating naval units.
Iran will use both its army and the naval forces of the Revolutionary Guards, while China will use a destroyer and a supply ship.
The exercises will concentrate on a range of maritime activities, such as cooperative search and rescue missions, damage control, and hitting maritime targets.
The three countries have conducted such combined naval exercises since 2019, and this exercise represents a major expansion of their military cooperation.
Azerbaijan, South Africa, Oman, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Qatar, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates, and Sri Lanka are among the nations that will participate in the exercises as observers.
The significance of these drills in maintaining regional maritime security and stability is highlighted by Chabahar Port’s advantageous location, which offers access to the Indian Ocean.
The rising trilateral military cooperation between China, Russia, and Iran is highlighted by this joint exercise, which takes place while China and Iran manage tensions with the United States.
The exercises are a component of a yearly series designed to improve maritime operations coordination and boost the general security of important international waterways.
