Working Papers: Russian Naval Power in the Pacific: Today and Tomorrow

Abstract

Russian naval strategy in the Pacific has a strong littoral-orientation, including defence of immediate maritime approaches to Russia’s Far Eastern shores, protection of economic interests, safeguarding maritime borders, and participation in diplomatic and peacekeeping operations. The Pacific Fleet has the largest area of responsibility of the four Russian fleets, covering the entire Pacific and Indian Oceans and extending to the Persian Gulf. There is a common impression that the Russian Pacific Fleet consists primarily of rusting hulks in the harbour of Vladivostok. The current fleet is smaller than its Soviet parent, but comprises more modern and combat-capable vessels, particularly within the attack submarine force; and remains a vital element of the defensive system of the Russian Far East.

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