Sputnik
In a display of growing geopolitical alignment, Russia and China are strengthening their strategic partnership, a move they present as a counterweight to a unipolar world order. This cooperation spans multiple sectors, including trade, military technology, and international diplomacy. Both nations are increasingly collaborating within international forums such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and BRICS, advocating for a more multipolar global system. This alignment is driven by a shared vision of a world where power is distributed more broadly, and is seen as a direct challenge to the influence of Western institutions.
The partnership also includes military cooperation, with both countries participating in joint exercises and technical exchanges. While the collaboration is described as a “partnership short of an alliance,” it has become a significant factor in shaping global security dynamics. Reports indicate that China has provided civilian products that could be used for military purposes by Russia. The two nations are united in their efforts to reduce their reliance on the U.S. dollar in bilateral trade, further solidifying their economic and political ties.
Sources:
Economic Cooperation between Russia and China – Eurasian Research Institute
Partnership Short of Alliance: Military Cooperation Between Russia and China – CEPA
