Why Putin's desperate North Korea diplomacy completely backfired

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As the war in Ukraine drags on, Vladimir Putin's high-stakes relationship with China is facing unprecedented strain. While bilateral trade between Moscow and Beijing has soared by 55% since the 2022 invasion, behind the scenes, the dynamic is far from an equal partnership. In this video, experts break down how Russia has found itself fundamentally dependent on China for economic survival - and how Putin’s desperate diplomatic manoeuvres, including highly classified military deals with North Korea, have backfired by bringing NATO focus directly to China’s doorstep. We examine the real friction building on the ground, the strict limits of Beijing's support, and why Russia’s ongoing military struggles are forcing President Xi Jinping to rethink his long-term strategy, especially regarding Taiwan. Video Chapters 00:00 - Introduction: The strained state of the Russia-China alliance 00:21 - Russia's Economic Lifeline: Moscow's growing reliance on Beijing for survival 01:34 - An Unequal

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