With reference to the Joint Sea–2026 Exercise, consider the following statements: 1. Joint Sea–2026 is a bilateral naval exercise conducted by the navies of China and Russia to enhance interoperability in maritime security operations. 2. The 2026 edition of the exercise is being conducted in the South China Sea, with a focus on freedom of navigation operations and humanitarian assistance. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. With reference to the Joint Sea–2026 Exercise, consider the following statements:
1.Joint Sea–2026 is a bilateral naval exercise conducted by the navies of China and Russia to enhance interoperability in maritime security operations.
2.The 2026 edition of the exercise is being conducted in the South China Sea, with a focus on freedom of navigation operations and humanitarian assistance.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: 1 only

Statement 1 is correct: Joint Sea–2026 is a bilateral naval exercise between China and Russia, aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation, improving interoperability, and enhancing joint operational capabilities.

Statement 2 is incorrect: The 2026 edition is not being conducted in the South China Sea. It is being held in the Yellow Sea.

Source: TH

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