Russia is a useful partner in the fight that really interests china, which is china's rise. It will take advantage of that in ways that don't endanger china. But i think fundamentally, the really heartbreaking reality is that this isn't about the suffering of the people of ukranea. It isn't really about russia. And that is what this conflict is all about, seen from baging.
China appears content to let the carnage continue in Ukraine, anticipating a win for Vladimir Putin. Its real concern is avoiding an apparent win for America and the West. Never mind fears that cryptocurrencies might help Russia dodge sanctions: they are far better at helping to finance Ukraine’s efforts. And the cyborg cockroaches that may one day aid search-and-rescue operations.
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