Investing.com - In a recent development, ships from the Russian Pacific Fleet have ventured into the southern areas of the Philippine Sea. The purpose behind this move is to carry out operations as part of a long-distance maritime journey, according to reports from Interfax news agency on Tuesday.
Interfax cited information provided by the press service of the Pacific Fleet, stating that these naval vessels will be conducting exercises aimed at showcasing their presence within the Asia-Pacific region. Additionally, these maneuvers are intended to contribute towards reinforcing partnerships across borders. However, there has been no disclosure regarding the exact number of ships involved in this operation.
Russia has been focusing its efforts on strengthening defense capabilities in its extensive far-east territories which share boundaries with the Asia-Pacific region. This comes amid accusations directed towards the United States for increasing its influence and presence within these waters – causing concerns related to security matters not only in Japan but also throughout other countries situated nearby.