Tag: northern theater command
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PLA's 69th Brigade Upgrades with Type 99B MBT
The People's Liberation Army's 69th Heavy Combined Arms Brigade has reached a major milestone in its modernization journey, now operating the advanced Type 99B MBT. This upgrade was showcased to the world during the September 2025 Victory Day parade, marking a significant leap in the brigade's capabilities.
China Bolsters SAR Capabilities with Russian Helicopters
China's search and rescue capabilities just got a major boost with the addition of Russian-exported Mi-171Sh helicopters to the 3rd Transportation and SAR Brigade, enabling them to tackle high-risk missions in rugged terrain with greater ease. The brigade has already put the new helicopters to the test in a series of high-profile exercises, including a recent simulation of recovering a downed pilot in high-altitude desert terrain.