BEIJING, Aug. 20 --The Swift Eagle 2026 joint training of airborne troops from China and Belarus has been underway over the past few days in a training center of the Chinese PLA Air Force.

Troops from both sides operated in mixed task groups during the preliminary training. They conducted specialized training on designated subjects, standardized procedures for coordinated operations, and refined tactics, in a bid to sharpen their capabilities in joint counter-terrorism operations.

During the joint training, the two sides also organized cultural and sports exchange activities, including football matches and tug-of-war games, to strengthen mutual understanding and trust.

The joint training entered the comprehensive drillphase on August 19. During this phase, the two sides will conduct a full-element drill under realistic combat conditions, with a focus on honing the participating troops' combat capabilities in joint command and coordinated operations.