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China Conducts Joint Naval and Air Patrols in East China Sea

China's military announced it organized joint naval and air forces for combat readiness patrols in the East China Sea. The patrols took place on Saturday, according to statements from the army. This activity involves the Eastern Theatre Command.

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2 sources·Apr 18, 10:32 AM(4 hrs ago)·1m read
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China's military conducted joint naval and air readiness patrols in the East China Sea on Saturday.

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the Patrols The patrols focused on combat readiness in the East China Sea region.

Both sources confirm the involvement of naval and air forces in the joint operations.

The activity was described as joint combat readiness patrols.

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East China Sea
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    China's military conducted joint naval and air readiness patrols in the East China Sea.

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PublishedApr 18, 2026, 10:32 AM

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