China Signals a New World Order wiht Russia at its Side
By Lucas Fernandez, World-Today-News.com – September 2, 2023
BEIJING – The contours of a shifting global landscape were sharply defined in China this past week as President Xi Jinping hosted over twenty leaders from nations outside the traditional Western sphere of influence. The gatherings, culminating in a notable military parade in Beijing, served as a powerful demonstration of China’s ascendant superpower status and a clear signal of continued support for Russia amidst its ongoing confrontation with the West.
The most prominent guest was undoubtedly russian President Vladimir Putin, granted a place of honor alongside Xi during the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender, marking the end of World War II. Prior to the parade, images emerged from the Shanghai cooperation Institution summit in Tianjin depicting a cordial discussion between Putin, Xi, and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi – a visual representation of a growing alignment outside of Western-led institutions.
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The message from China was unambiguous. While showcasing its own economic and military strength, the summit and parade also underscored a united front from China, India, North Korea, and others in backing Russia and resisting Western attempts to isolate Putin following the invasion of Ukraine.
The leaders held a series of bilateral meetings, with Xi referring to Putin as an “old freind,” a sentiment reflecting the deepening ties between the two nations. Despite officially maintaining a neutral position on the Ukraine conflict, China has become a crucial lifeline for Russia’s war effort. as 2022, Beijing has emerged as the primary purchaser of Russian energy exports, effectively offsetting losses from the European market. Reports also indicate that Chinese firms provide approximately 80% of the components needed to fuel Russia’s war machine, circumventing international sanctions.
This display of solidarity raises critical questions about the future of the international order. Is this a deliberate effort to construct a new, multi-polar world, one less reliant on the United States and its allies? The events in Beijing and tianjin suggest a strong possibility. The implications for Ukraine,for European security,and for global trade are profound and demand careful observation.
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