In a bid to enhance naval cooperation, the Thai Navy and the The People's Liberation Army Navy of China have conducted joint training exercises, known as Blue Strike 2023, in the Gulf of Thailand. As part of this exercise, the Chinese navy deployed the CNS Chang Cheng submarine to participate.

 

The primary objectives were to familiarize the Thai naval forces with submarine inspections from the surface and underwater, as well as tracking submarine movements using sonar. This training aimed to boost confidence and provide valuable experience for Thai naval personnel with limited exposure to submarines over the past 86 years, reported Siam Rath.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

The Chinese naval contingent, comprising four ships, arrived at the Sattahip Naval Base in Chonburi on August 31, 2023. Meanwhile, the Thai Navy contributed surface vessels and aircraft to the exercise. Rear Admiral Cholathit Nawanukroh, Chief of Naval Operations, led a team of Thai military leaders on-site during the training.

 

The training included various scenarios, such as jungle survival, armored vehicle operations, and maritime operations, emphasizing cooperation between both sides in different dimensions of naval operations.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

It also involved submarine familiarization and tracking exercises, showcasing the commitment of both navies to strengthen their maritime capabilities.

 

Following comprehensive sea exercises, including replenishment at sea and submarine operations, the joint training concluded on September 8, 2023, marking a significant milestone in Thailand-China naval cooperation.

 

Top Picture: Siam Rath

 

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Jungle survival training for a submarine eh?

4 minutes ago, webfact said:

the Chinese navy deployed the CNS Chang Cheng submarine to participate.

 

You can bet they did'nt have German engines!

average depth is 58 meters.

Your friends show who (and how) you are....

Training the Thai Navy to detect submarines using sonar from surface ships. Hope there is subsea sonar training available somewhere for their submariner ambitions, can't see it happening for many years, boosting confidence doesn't cut it...........

7 hours ago, webfact said:

In a bid to enhance naval cooperation, the Thai Navy and the The People's Liberation Army Navy of China have conducted joint training exercises, known as Blue Strike 2023, in the Gulf of Thailand. As part of this exercise, the Chinese navy deployed the CNS Chang Cheng submarine to participate.

I think you just blew any chance of Germany allowing China to install their engines into the Thai subs.

I guess you'll be getting a large delivery of something for the roses.

7 hours ago, stoner said:

average depth is 58 meters.

No need for a periscope then, just a snorkel and mask.

9 hours ago, webfact said:

the Chinese navy deployed the CNS Chang Cheng submarine to participate.

Soon to be joined by its counterpart HMTS Kah Ching.

10 hours ago, webfact said:

and the The People's Liberation Army Navy of China

If ever a label did not meet the contents of the tin, this is it

23 hours ago, 2baht said:

You can bet they did'nt have German engines!

I would not bet that they were copies.