120 - The Forced Friendship: Russia's Uneasy Alliance with China
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The Complex Alliance: Russia and China
The chapter explores the intricate and uneasy alliance between Russia and China, emphasizing the underlying lack of trust in the relationship. It delves into historical border disputes, suspicions, and concerns that hinder a formal alliance but showcase cooperation through organizations like the Shanghai Cooperation Organization. The discussion analyzes Russia's strategic position as a junior partner to China, addressing concerns in Moscow about China's Belt and Road Initiative and the lopsided trade relationship between the two countries.
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