[Petrosius]

Yes, I was surprised at the number of non-Russians that are participating in the synod. Does it reflect the number of Russian Orthodox outside of Russia or are they over-represented?

[Kolokotronis]

“Yes, I was surprised at the number of non-Russians that are participating in the synod. Does it reflect the number of Russian Orthodox outside of Russia or are they over-represented?”

In part it represents ROCOR but in greater measure it is a product of the collapse of the USSR.

[kosta50]

Yes, I was surprised at the number of non-Russians that are participating in the synod

Don't forget that the Church of Japan, while autonomous, is not autokephalic (independent). It still falls under the MP.

However, the number of votes that qualified each individual are significant. +Kirill received 92 votes, Kliment (Clement) 32, and Filaret (Philaret) 16. I think the second round is more cosmetic than a question of who will be chosen, but in the world of politics and Church, anything is possible. It just looks like Kirill has the confidence of the majority.