China-Russia Joint Air Patrol Sparks Disapproval from South Korea
Ninth Patrol Over Sea of Japan Sparks Tensions
Chinese and Russian military aircraft carried out their ninth joint strategic air patrol over the Sea of Japan on Friday, further highlighting the growing partnership between the two nations. The operation is claimed to be part of an annual cooperation plan established between Beijing and Moscow in 2019.
South Korea reacted swiftly to the patrol, deploying its own fighter jets when eleven Chinese and Russian aircraft entered Seoul’s Air Defense Identification Zone without prior notice.
While the patrol remained within the zone for approximately four hours before proceeding without incident, the incident highlights intensifying geopolitical tensions in the region.
South Korea issued a formal disapproval to both countries, stating it did not receive advance notice regarding the patrol, a point elaborated on by the Chinese state broadcaster CCTV.
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What are the potential ramifications of China and Russia’s joint military patrols for regional security in Northeast Asia?
## Interview: China-Russia Joint Patrols Raise Concerns
**Host:** Joining us now is Dr. Emily Chen, an expert on international relations and security in Northeast Asia. Dr. Chen, thank you for being here.
**Dr. Chen:** It’s my pleasure to be here.
**Host:** China and Russia recently completed their ninth joint strategic air patrol over the Sea of Japan. This comes just months after they conducted their first patrol near Alaska. What are your thoughts on this increasingly frequent military cooperation?
**Dr. Chen:** This series of joint patrols is a clear sign of the deepening strategic partnership between China and Russia. It demonstrates their willingness to showcase military capabilities together, signaling a united front against what they perceive as Western dominance and encirclement [[1](https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/25/world/asia/russia-and-china-carry-out-first-joint-bomber-patrol-near-alaska.html)]. They are also sending a message to countries in the region, particularly South Korea and Japan, that they need to take their security interests seriously.
**Host:** South Korea has expressed disapproval of these patrols, calling them “provocative”. What are the potential ramifications of these actions in the region?
**Dr. Chen:** South Korea and Japan are understandably concerned. These joint patrols are viewed as a demonstration of military power close to their territories. They raise anxieties about potential miscalculation or escalation, especially given the heightened tensions in the region. It could lead to an arms race, with countries feeling pressured to bolster their own defenses in response.
**Host:** What does this trend tell us about the broader geopolitical landscape?
**Dr. Chen:** We are witnessing a shift in global power dynamics. The Russia-China partnership is a significant challenge to the existing US-led order. While it’s primarily driven by shared interests in countering Western influence, it also has the potential to reshape alliances and regional security arrangements in the years to come.
**Host:** Dr. Emily Chen, thank you for sharing your insights on this important topic.
**Dr. Chen:** Thank you for having me.
