Russia and China have agreed to strengthen their security cooperation in Asia and Europe to counter the influence of the United States and NATO. The two countries aim to start a dialogue with other like-minded nations to address these issues.

The Breakdown

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov visited Beijing and held talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi.

Lavrov denounced the "unlawful sanctions" imposed by the West on Russia and warned that China is also being targeted.

China expressed support for Russia's stable development under President Putin's leadership and emphasized deepening economic ties.

The Politics 

Russia and China oppose the increasing influence of the US and NATO in Europe.

China's refusal to condemn Russia's actions in Ukraine has drawn criticism.

Lavrov's visit is seen as preparation for Putin's upcoming trip to Beijing, which could be his first overseas trip since winning re-election.

The Motive: Moving Toward a New World Order

In October 2023, with the Israel-Hamas conflict freshly positioned in the backdrop of world diplomatic concerns, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping discussed the Middle East conflict at the Belt and Road Forum in Beijing, highlighting "common threats" that enhance their countries' cooperation. At the time of this meeting, analysts noted that the two national leaders were "standing in solidarity" for a move to shift toward a new world order. 

As global tensions continue to escalate, with devolving diplomatic scenarios worldwide, the security cooperations between Russia and China reflect the mind of leadership in Russia and China, underscoring this continued move toward a counter-NATO world order. 

Photo: The Presidential Press and Information Office, the Kremlin