China announces military exercises in South China Sea

China has declared its intention to conduct military exercises in the South China Sea from July 15 to 16.

Report informs that, according to a statement published on the website of China's Maritime Safety Administration, temporary navigation restrictions will be imposed in certain areas of the South China Sea. The exercises are scheduled to commence on July 15 at 09:00 local time (05:00 Baku time) and conclude on July 16 at 19:00 (15:00 Baku time).

The specific forces and equipment to be deployed in these maneuvers remain undisclosed.