China’s military planes, special forces to take part in joint drill in Thailand

By Riyaz ul Khaliq

ISTANBUL (AA) - China’s special forces and military aircraft will participate in a joint air force drill in Thailand, the Chinese Defense Ministry said on Wednesday.

According to a ministry statement, the Chinese and Thai militaries will hold “Eagle Strike-2024” joint air force training at the Thai Air Force Udon Base this month.

“Multiple types of aircraft and special operations forces” will join the drill in Thailand for the training, which aims to "improve the combat technology level of the participating troops of both sides and deepen the pragmatic exchanges and cooperation between the Chinese and Thai militaries,” the ministry said.