Russia and China Conduct Joint Aerial Patrol Over Pacific
On June 27, the air forces of China and Russia organized and conducted the 11th joint strategic air patrol over the waters of the Sea of Japan, the East China Sea, and the western part of the Pacific Ocean,
Consensus
- Russia and China conducted a joint aerial patrol over the western Pacific Ocean.
- The patrol included the Sea of Japan and the East China Sea.
- The duration of the joint flight was approximately six hours.
- Russian and Chinese strategic bombers, including Tu-95MS and H-6K, participated.
- Fighter aircraft from both countries provided escort throughout the route.
- The patrol was conducted in accordance with international law.
- No violations of foreign airspace were reported.
- All aircraft returned to their bases after the operation.
- The event was part of a planned military cooperation framework for 2026.
- The exercise was not directed against any third country.
Points of divergence
- This was the 11th such operation between Russia and China. — kommersant
- The Ministry of Defense of China stated that this was the 11th joint strategic aerial patrol. — m24
- President Vladimir Putin described Russia-China cooperation as an example of truly equal partnership, emphasizing mutual benefit in energy and high-tech projects. — vesti
- President Putin referred to China and Russia as natural partners and highlighted China's rapid development and growing role in the global economy. — m24
Coverage (5 sources)
- Russian Air and Space Forces and Chinese Air Force Conduct Joint Patrol Over the Pacific Ocean — Вести
- Russia and China Aircraft Conducted Joint Six-Hour Patrol in the Asia-Pacific Region — Интерфакс
- Russia and China Conduct Joint Air Patrol Over the Pacific Ocean — Коммерсантъ
- Russian Air Force and China Conduct Joint Patrol Over the Pacific Ocean — Вести
- Russian Aerospace Forces and the PRC conducted patrol over the Japan and East China Seas — Москва 24