China-Russia relations are as strong as ever thanks to Trump
Summary
President Donald Trump promised to weaken the relationship between Russia and China before his second term started in 2024. However, recent events show the two countries are growing closer, especially in trade and energy, partly due to conflicts in the Middle East and Western policies towards Russia and China.Key Facts
- President Trump pledged to "un-unite" Russia and China but his actions have not weakened their ties.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted President Trump and shortly after invited Russian President Vladimir Putin for talks.
- The Iran war and closure of the Strait of Hormuz have increased China’s dependence on Russian oil and gas.
- In early 2024, trade between Russia and China rose by nearly 20 percent.
- Russia and China plan to expand cooperation in natural gas, including the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline.
- Chinese exports of parts and technology support Russia’s military industry amid the war in Ukraine.
- Both countries view the U.S.-led West as a threat, which strengthens their alliance.
- Previous U.S. strategies once worked to separate Russia (then USSR) and China but recent U.S. policies, including NATO expansion and rhetoric on Taiwan, have pushed Russia and China closer.
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