The exercises will last until September 15 in central Henan province and, apart from the soldiers, multiple air and ground teams are participating.

This is the first exchange of this kind among the four nations and, according to local authorities, it is a reflection of their level of comprehensive strategic partnership, mutual trust and coordination.

The aim is to promote cooperation among countries contributing troops to United Nations peacekeeping missions.

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