The navies of China and Pakistan concluded a four-day joint maritime exercise codenamed Sea Guardians-2 on July 13. They held drills including attacking at maritime targets, anti-submarine operations, as well as anti-aircraft and anti-missile operations.

During the maneuvers, operation planning, professional expertise exchanges, and cultural and sports competitions also took place.

"The biggest feature of the joint drill is cooperation. China and Pakistan have conducted joint operational planning, tactical consultation and professional exchanges, as well as joint anti-submarine operations, anti-aircraft and anti-missile operations and mutual rescue of battle losses against the background of actual combat. The two sides have increased mutual trust, deepened friendship and enhanced joint combat capabilities through sharing combat situation, information and support," said Chen Youzhu, commander of the joint warship fleet.