Foreign Affairs

China and Russia Deepen Alliance Amid Rising U.S. Pressure — What Does This Mean for America?

By National Security Desk | July 15, 2025

As President Trump threatens tariffs on Russia to force peace in Ukraine, China’s Xi Jinping urges closer Sino-Russian cooperation—raising critical questions about America’s strategic position.

In a timely move that demands scrutiny from an America First perspective, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Beijing this week amid escalating tensions with the United States. This encounter comes as President Trump intensifies his warnings against Moscow, threatening tariffs unless a peaceful resolution is reached in Ukraine within 50 days. While some may view these diplomatic exchanges as routine, the reality is far more consequential. Xi’s call for China and Russia to “strengthen mutual support and cooperation” through international platforms like the Shanghai Cooperation Organization signals a deepening alliance that directly challenges...

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