Naval vessels from China and Russia sail during a joint military drill in the Sea of Japan, in this video still released on October 18. Photo: Russian Defence Ministry/Reuters
Naval vessels from China and Russia sail during a joint military drill in the Sea of Japan, in this video still released on October 18. Photo: Russian Defence Ministry/Reuters
Rupakjyoti Borah
Opinion

Opinion

Rupakjyoti Borah

China-Russia naval exercises show Japan’s troubles could come in twos

  • Beijing and Moscow seem intent on putting on a show of force as the United States and its allies ramp up cooperation in this part of the world
  • A rapid deterioration in Japan’s security environment may push Tokyo into boosting military spending and strength

Naval vessels from China and Russia sail during a joint military drill in the Sea of Japan, in this video still released on October 18. Photo: Russian Defence Ministry/Reuters
Naval vessels from China and Russia sail during a joint military drill in the Sea of Japan, in this video still released on October 18. Photo: Russian Defence Ministry/Reuters
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