The Inside Story Podcast Is a new bloc being formed to challenge the US and the West?
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Sep 5, 2025 Theresa Fallon, Director of the Centre for Russia Europe Asia Studies, discusses the intriguing alliance of China, Russia, and North Korea seen at a military parade. The trio's shared yet competing interests highlight a shift towards a multipolar world, raising questions about global stability. Fallon elaborates on the impact of U.S. foreign policy and the resulting strengthening of ties among these nations. Delving into the complexities of international relationships, she emphasizes the need for nuanced cooperation over rigid military alliances.
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Shift From Western Dominance
- Olga argues the world order is shifting from Western dominance toward multipolarity with states prioritizing national interests.
- She frames Russia's diplomacy as promoting national interest without forcing alignment against the West.
Parade ≠ Military Alliance
- Shirley stresses appearances by many leaders don't equal a military alliance like NATO.
- She emphasizes alliance requires mutual security commitments, which were absent at the parade.
Bipolar Reality Versus Noise
- Theresa calls the current world effectively bipolar, driven by US-China dynamics, with others playing secondary roles.
- She describes the Beijing parade as a propaganda display to project Chinese strength and influence.