Just as Germany was facing major checks from Britain due to its frenzied naval power expansion immediately after entering the 20th century.
Russia too, until the early 90s, had been undertaking massive warship construction under Alexander III's leadership. Having built up naval power for no less than 11 years, it was perhaps natural that Britain mobilized all its diplomatic power to check Russia, crying about the Great Game and dangers to India.
World's #1 army, #3 naval power. Among these, this Far Eastern Fleet accounted for 60% of the empire's naval power.
After Nicholas's reign began, they only built a ship here and there, but while naval power didn't increase, it didn't weaken either.
Port Arthur fortress, which emphasized its role as a military base rather than a port for logistics.
Two of Japan's few battleships and multiple escort ships were secretly dispatched here.
