Russia and China Strengthen Alliance Against U.S.

During a meeting in Beijing, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the urgent need for their countries to counter the United States' 'dual containment' policy, which they view as a threat to their sovereignty. The alliance between Russia and China has strengthened significantly, particularly since the onset of the Ukraine conflict, with leaders Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin framing their partnership as a stabilizing force against U.S. dominance. Shoigu described the relationship as surpassing traditional alliances, although not formalized as a military-political alliance reminiscent of the Cold War. Both nations perceive the U.S. as a chaotic hegemon and aim to reshape the global power structure. This meeting represents a significant step in their cooperative efforts to address shared geopolitical challenges and enhance mutual trust.