China-Indonesia "Sharp Knife 2026" army counter-terrorism joint training concludes

Source-stated date: 3 November 2026 · China Military Online (EN)

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Published3 November 2026, by CMC Political Work Department
Collected2026-11-03 19:50:16 UTC, run 194
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The China-Indonesia 'Sharp Knife 2026' army counter-terrorism joint training concluded in Guangzhou on November 2 after a week-long exercise that organized troops from both sides into mixed formations for mountain counter-terrorism rescue operations, including covert infiltration, coordinated rescue, and search and clearance subjects. This is the third iteration of the Sharp Knife series, making it a recurring bilateral format rather than a one-off event; it documents the institutionalization of PLA-TNI AD ground force interaction through mixed-formation tactical training, though the article does not identify the specific Chinese or Indonesian units involved.

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Chinese participating troops line up at the closing ceremony. (Photo by Xie Jiangshan) GUANGZHOU, Nov. 3 -- The China-Indonesia "Sharp Knife 2026" army counter-terrorism joint training concluded in Guangzhou on November 2. At the closing ceremony, commanders from both sides delivered remarks and awarded certificates to outstanding participating personnel. During the live-force phase, the participating troops conducted joint mountain counter-terrorism rescue operation, completing subjects including covert infiltration, coordinated rescue, and search and clearance. Since the training started on October 27, participating troops from both sides were organized into mixed formations to undergo specialized training, tactical coordination, and comprehensive exercises. The two sides also conducted thematic seminars, weapon and equipment displays, sports competitions, and cultural exchanges. As the third edition of this series of joint training, the Sharp Knife 2026 is of great significance for enhancing traditional friendship between the two countries, promoting bilateral defense cooperation, and safeguarding regional peace and stability.

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Source outlet	China Military Online (EN) (china_mil_online)
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Source-stated publication date	2026-11-03
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Source text. CMC Political Work Department. "China-Indonesia "Sharp Knife 2026" army counter-terrorism joint training concludes." China Military Online (EN), 2026-11-03. http://eng.chinamil.com.cn/2025xb/H_251454/L_251456/16497862.html.

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