Russia China

How West's attitude towards Vladimir Putin helped bolster Russia-China ties

Although the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991, America’s Cold War with Russia did not end geopolitically; subsequently pushing Russia into China’s arms

SCO far from becoming India-Russia-China triangle, though it leaves New Delhi's ties with US in awkward spot

India's entry into the SCO with Russia's backing carried a calculus of strengthening a weakened Moscow's hand, while hedging against China's rising presence in Central and South Asia.

As China and Russia strengthen economic, military relations, India must seek closer ties with US

Although there is no near-term possibility of Moscow and Beijing forming a military alliance, however Russia’s growing coordination and cooperation with China is not without consequences for India