Military-ruled Myanmar hosts joint naval exercise with Russia, its close ally and top arms supplier. Myanmar's military government, in partnership with Russia, has commenced a three-day joint naval exercise focused on defending against air, sea, and land threats, highlighting maritime security. This event marks a significant step in military cooperation between the two countries and reflects Russia's expanding influence in Southeast Asia and its strategic military diplomacy in the region. The exercise underscores the deepening ties post-coup between Myanmar and Russia, who is a key arms supplier.