China, Russia launch major naval drill in SCS

Chinaand Russiatoday launched a major naval exercise in the South ChinaSea, firming up their growing strategic alliance apparently to counter military push by the US into the region amidst muscle-flexing by the PLA into the disputed waters.

The eight-day "Joint Sea 2016" drill will feature the highest ever level of standardisation, combat and digitalisation in recent China-Russiadrills, Chinese Navy spokesperson Liang Yang said.

Source:-business-standard
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Obama warns N. Korea of 'serious consequences' after N-tests

US President Barack Obamatoday warned North Korea of "serious consequences" as he consulted leaders of South Koreaand Japanafter Pyongyang conducted its fifth nuclear test - believed to be its most powerful ever.

"The president indicated he would continue to consult our allies and partners in the days ahead to ensure provocative actions from North Korea are Metwith serious consequences," White Housepress secretary Josh Earnest said.

Source:-business-standard
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