TIBET MILITARY REGION BEGINS MAJOR HIGH ALTITUDE EXERCISES AND DISPLAYS NEW WEAPONS IN NEW YEAR
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The official Global Times (January 6) reported that the PLA Tibet Military Command has begun major military exercises in the New Year in the high-altitude Tibet region bordering India. The official Global Times said it has deployed helicopters, armoured vehicles, heavy artillery and anti-aircraft missiles across the region from Lhasa, capital of Tibet, to the border defence front lines with elevations of more than 4,000 metres. The latest weapons deployed included the Type 15 light battle tank and the new 155-MM vehicle-mounted howitzer, both equipped with powerful engines. Military experts said the weapons were specifically designed with advantages for plateau regions and can play important roles in safeguarding border areas. It quoted a military expert as saying their deployment in the Tibet Military Command will enhance PLA combat capability in the plateau regions.
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