ChinaTalk Will Xi Give Putin Arms? Has A Cold War Already Begun?
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Feb 28, 2023 Dennis Wilder, a longtime CIA veteran and expert in East Asia, dives deep into the troubling potential for China to provide military support to Russia amid the Ukraine conflict. He discusses Xi Jinping's personal rapport with Vladimir Putin and the complexities of their alliance. Wilder also examines the deteriorating U.S.-China relations and the implications of China's 12-point proposal for peace. The conversation reveals the shifting geopolitical landscape and its impact on global power dynamics—a must-listen for anyone interested in international relations.
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Xi and Putin: A Bond Beyond Pragmatism
- Xi Jinping's personal relationship with Putin significantly influences China's foreign policy.
- This bond, built on shared grievances and worldview, surpasses pragmatic considerations.
Xi's "Nonsense" Remark
- Xi Jinping dismissed a report downplaying Russia's economic importance to China by writing "nonsense."
- This anecdote highlights Xi's personal conviction about the relationship.
Putin's Failure: A Turning Point for China
- Putin's battlefield struggles in Ukraine are changing China's risk calculus.
- China now fears a potential power vacuum if Putin falls, increasing their incentive to intervene.