# Mekong River
Latest news and articles about Mekong River
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Securing the Lancang-Mekong: Beijing’s 165th Joint Patrol Targets New-Age Criminal Frontiers
China, Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand have launched their 165th joint Mekong River patrol to combat cross-border crimes. The mission specifically targets modern threats such as telecom fraud and gun smuggling while aiming to ensure the safety and stability of this critical regional trade route.
Jungle Sentinels: The Evolving Face of China’s Mekong Border Security
This report examines the shifting dynamics of border security along China's Lancang (Mekong) River, highlighting the transition toward highly educated personnel and advanced surveillance technology. It explores how the Southern Theater Command integrates military defense with local community engagement and ecological protection to secure a strategically vital frontier.
China Leads 161st Multinational Mekong Patrol as Regional Security Drive for 2026 Begins
China and its Laos, Myanmar and Thailand partners launched the 161st joint Mekong patrol on January 26, initiating the 2026 campaign with coordinated departures from Yunnan and partner ports. The operation, preceded by a commanders' meeting in Jinghong, aims to suppress transboundary crime and sustain stability in critical river stretches.