This article addresses claims by Donald Trump that he can disrupt existing close ties between Russia and China. Given that he makes no secret of his intentions, neither Russia nor China seem impressed. Nevertheless, it seems as though Trump’s return to the world stage presents a challenge to the putative Russia/China axis, as each nation has a distinct relationship with Trump. Trump has shown sympathy for Russia and a willingness to not interfere with Russia’s objectives in Eastern Europe, and Russia has been accused of trying to influence the US electorate in Trump’s favor. On the other hand, China does not seem receptive to a Trump Presidency, for various reasons (both geopolitical and economic). This could very well cause tension between these two “allies”.
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This article addresses claims by Donald Trump that he can disrupt existing close ties between Russia and China. Given that he makes no secret of his intentions, neither Russia nor China seem impressed. Nevertheless, it seems as though Trump’s return to the world stage presents a challenge to the putative Russia/China axis, as each nation has a distinct relationship with Trump. Trump has shown sympathy for Russia and a willingness to not interfere with Russia’s objectives in Eastern Europe, and Russia has been accused of trying to influence the US electorate in Trump’s favor. On the other hand, China does not seem receptive to a Trump Presidency, for various reasons (both geopolitical and economic). This could very well cause tension between these two “allies”.
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