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| Chinese Navy Ships on Patrol (File Photo) |
The ongoing South China Sea navy drill is part of regular annual exercises, a Chinese navy spokesperson has said, suggesting the avoidance of "excessive interpretations."
"Holding sea drills is a common practice for navies with various countries. The annual, regular drill by the Chinese navy aims to test the troops' real combat abilities, boost their maneuverability, search and rescue power and the abilities to fulfill diversified military missions," said spokesperson Liang Yang on Saturday.
Liang noted that such a drill is in line with international law and practice, and the navy will continue to hold similar drills in the future.
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