Chinese, Thai air forces to hold first joint exercise
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BEIJING (Reuters) -- The Chinese and Thai air forces will this month hold their first joint exercises, China's Defence Ministry said Wednesday, in another sign of Thailand's increased engagement with Beijing.
The “Falcon Strike 2015” drills will take place at the Korat Royal Thai Air Force Base from November 12 to 30, the Chinese Defence Ministry said in a short statement.
“The aim of this joint exercise is to increase mutual learning and understanding between the two countries’ airforces, deepen Sino-Thai practical cooperation and increase mutual trust and friendship,” it said.
