Trump can’t break Russia’s alliance with China – but he can shake it
Recent US-Russia talks to end the war in Ukraine, sidelining both Kyiv and the EU, have unexpectedly excluded China, potentially disrupting its strategy as a neutral mediator. This development contrasts with China's earlier position, where it seemed poised to play a significant role in Ukraine peace efforts, leveraging its economic influence over Russia with apparent support from Washington.
China's exclusion from the US-Russia discussions puts it in a potentially awkward position, given its largely pro-Russia stance since the conflict began, which has strained relations with the EU and US. While Beijing officially supports all peace efforts, including the US-Russia consensus, its ideal scenario involves a UN-overseen resolution, allowing it to rebuild ties with the EU, a crucial trading partner. However, a successful peace deal could also strengthen Moscow-Washington relations, which might not be in China's best interest.
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Recent US-Russia talks to end the war in Ukraine, sidelining both Kyiv and the EU, have unexpectedly excluded China, potentially disrupting its strategy as a neutral mediator. This development contrasts with China's earlier position, where it seemed poised to play a significant role in Ukraine peace efforts, leveraging its economic influence over Russia with apparent support from Washington.
China's exclusion from the US-Russia discussions puts it in a potentially awkward position, given its largely pro-Russia stance since the conflict began, which has strained relations with the EU and US. While Beijing officially supports all peace efforts, including the US-Russia consensus, its ideal scenario involves a UN-overseen resolution, allowing it to rebuild ties with the EU, a crucial trading partner. However, a successful peace deal could also strengthen Moscow-Washington relations, which might not be in China's best interest.
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