China Hosts SCO Summit, Marks WWII Victory with Military Parade

The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, fueled by Russia and Iran with crucial support from China, are severely impacting global stability and American interests, with President Donald Trump positioned as having the pragmatism to compel China to act towards peace. China’s strategic partnerships with Russia and Iran, underscored by extensive trade ties and recent military displays, signal Beijing’s intent to establish an alternative global order that challenges U.S. dominance. Despite Trump's tough rhetoric, including targeted visa restrictions against Chinese-backed officials in Central America, his broader foreign policy actions, such as planning to end military aid to European allies bordering Russia and contemplating oil deals with Moscow, reveal contradictions that may inadvertently strengthen the China-Russia alliance. The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit and China’s military parade, attended by leaders including Russia’s Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong-un, further illustrate China’s tightening bonds with U.S. adversaries and its anti-American geopolitical stance. Critics argue that Trump’s approach lacks coherence, combining aggressive posturing with actions that could undermine efforts to counter China and Russia effectively. This complex dynamic highlights the challenge of balancing confrontation and cooperation with China amid shifting global power structures.