China-Russia ties described as 'better than an alliance' and immune to US containment
Primary region BRICS
Tags Diplomacy · Security
Regions China · BRICS
Wu Dahui, deputy director of the Russian Research Institute at Tsinghua University, stated on May 8 that China-Russia relations are 'better than an alliance' and can withstand any US containment efforts. Speaking at a panel in Hong Kong, Wu described the relationship as having 'inherent stability' with over 60,000 institutionalized communication channels between the two countries. He characterized it as 'self-selected strategic coordination' where 'we each take what we need.' Within the 'great triangle' of China-Russia-US relations, Wu argued these institutionalized links are more significant than the lure of immediate interests. The remarks come amid Washington's long-standing efforts to drive a wedge between Beijing and Moscow.
Strategic interpretation
Wu's characterization of China-Russia ties as 'better than an alliance' reflects Beijing's confidence in the durability of the partnership despite US efforts to exploit the relationship. The claim of 60,000 institutionalized channels signals the depth of integration. These remarks serve as a strategic message to Washington that its wedge-driving strategy is unlikely to succeed.