Russia–China Drill in the Pacific Region

The Russia–China Drill in the Pacific Region is a Military Intelligence Report analysing Ocean-24, the largest joint naval exercise conducted by Moscow and Beijing in over three decades. Far more than a routine drill, Ocean-24 represents a calibrated signal aimed at reshaping strategic perceptions across the Indo-Pacific, Arctic, Mediterranean, Caspian, and Baltic theatres.

This report examines the scope and scale of the exercise, including live-fire drills, anti-submarine and anti-aircraft operations, mine warfare, amphibious landings, and coordinated maritime defence. It details the forces deployed—from Chinese Type-052D destroyers and Type-054A frigates to Russian cruisers, corvettes, anti-submarine aircraft, and missile ships—highlighting the operational depth of the partnership. Strategic objectives outlined by Russian defence leadership are analysed alongside China’s growing blue-water naval ambitions.

Beyond tactics, the report assesses broader implications: counter-signalling to expanding U.S. military presence in the Pacific, pressure on Indo-Pacific security architectures, and reactions from Australia, Japan, the Philippines, and AUKUS partners. Scenario analysis explores whether this partnership remains tactical—or evolves toward a more structured strategic alignment challenging U.S. maritime dominance.

Designed for defence professionals, policymakers, analysts, investors, and Indo-Pacific watchers, this product transforms naval manoeuvres into long-range strategic foresight.

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