Beijing and Moscow Cement Strategic Alliance Amid Western Concerns

On a seemingly routine video call, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin took another concrete step to solidify a partnership that poses a direct challenge to American sovereignty and global leadership. While Washington grapples with the consequences of Russia's aggression in Ukraine, these two autocrats are forging economic and strategic bonds that undermine U.S.-led efforts to isolate Moscow. How Long Will America Watch Its Rivals Grow Closer? Putin openly praised the expanding economic cooperation with China, highlighting shared efforts in energy—especially nuclear power—and high-tech sectors such as aerospace. This is no ordinary friendship: it’s a strategic alliance...