Russia and China Prepared to Unite Forces Against Western Aggression

China has dismissed allegations from the United States that it is supporting Russia's military endeavors. US Deputy Secretary of State, Kurt Campbell, informed reporters on Wednesday that China is supplying more than just dual-use items. He claimed that China is transferring component pieces that significantly contribute to the development and diversification of the Russian military machine, including submarine and missile technology.

Joint China-Russia Naval Patrols Begin

On Thursday, Chinese state media announced the commencement of joint China-Russia naval patrols in the Pacific. According to Global Times, Chinese warships and warplanes have arrived in Peter the Great Bay and Vladivostok in preparation for the exercises, which will continue until September. However, it was Russia that directly responded to the accusations from Washington with a stern warning. The foreign ministry in Moscow asserted that Russia and China could unite their potential if confronted with aggression.

Double Counteraction

"I would like to remind you that Moscow and Beijing will respond to 'double containment' by the United States with 'double counteraction'," stated ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova. While there is no formal military treaty between the two powerful nations, President Putin recently described Russia and China as "allies in every sense of the word". Similarly, Xi has praised the "no limits friendship". In a recent briefing, Zakharova spoke about the possibility of combining forces. She clarified that both Russia and China would respond to the emergence of additional and significant missile threats, and their reaction would extend beyond politics. She emphasized that their relations are not directed against third countries, and double counteraction does not contradict this. She added, "But if an aggressive policy of attack is being implemented against us from one centre, why don't we combine our potential and give an appropriate rebuff?"

US Missile Deployment in Japan

It appears that the original question from reporters that prompted this response was related to the possibility of the US deploying Typhon mid-range missiles to Japan. Although reports suggest these will be present temporarily for drills, the missiles were banned under the now-defunct INF Treaty. China has strongly condemned this, and independent analysts have noted that it would be similar to China placing banned missiles capable of hitting Florida and the US Gulf coast in Cuba or Mexico. In many ways, these recent instances of close coordination between Beijing and Moscow are a reaction to the continuous rounds of US sanctions and punitive actions directed at both countries.

Bottom Line

The recent developments highlight the strengthening ties between Russia and China, as they prepare to unite their forces in the face of perceived Western aggression. The situation raises important questions about global power dynamics and the future of international relations. What are your thoughts on this matter? Share this article with your friends and discuss. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Briefing, which is available every day at 6pm.