Report to Congress on Russian Military Activities in Asia

The following is the June 9, 2026, Congressional Research Service report Russian Military Activities in Asia: Combined Military Exercises and Patrols.  From the Report Introduction and Issues for Congress Russia has multifaceted diplomatic, economic, and security interests in Asia, including with respect to relations with the People’s Republic of China (PRC, or China). U.S. officials have expressed concern regarding Russia’s military activities in the Asia-Pacific region and the increase in Russia-PRC combined military exercises and patrols. In January 2026, General Alexus Grynkewich, Supreme Allied Commander Europe, highlighted broader and growing Russia-PRC military cooperation: “Over the last several years, it’s been