The document discusses the history and jurisdiction of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC). It notes that the Christianization of Kievan Rus commenced in 988 AD with the baptism of Grand Prince Vladimir I of Kiev. Currently, the ROC claims jurisdiction over Eastern Orthodox Christians in the former Soviet republics. The ROC also created autonomous churches in Japan and China. The document discusses the relationship between the ROC and the Russian government, noting debate around their close cooperation and concerns it may limit religious pluralism in Russia.