China is sending its soldiers to Pakistan for a joint military exercise aimed at combating terrorism. This is the first time in five years that China’s People’s Liberation Army (PLA) has deployed troops to Pakistan for such a drill, and it comes in response to a series of deadly terrorist attacks targeting Chinese workers in the region. The attacks have raised serious concerns for the safety of thousands of Chinese workers involved in major projects across Pakistan, including China’s vast $65 billion investment in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC).
Why the Military Exercise Matters
The exercise, called Warrior-VIII, will take place from late November to mid-December. Its focus will be on counter-terrorism tactics, with a special emphasis on live drills that simulate real-life combat situations. These training sessions will include multiple levels of exercises designed to prepare the troops for any threat they might face while safeguarding critical infrastructure an...
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