North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis expressed concerns about the alliance between China and Russia, stating that it directly threatens the national security of the United States. Tillis emphasized the need to counter the threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party and protect the country's national interests.
These concerns have arisen following Russian President Vladimir Putin's attendance at the 10th-anniversary gathering for China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in Beijing. While Russia is not part of the BRI, Putin's presence at the event reaffirmed the alliance between China and Russia. This has raised concerns among U.S. lawmakers, as it suggests a strengthening of ties between the two nations.
The release of a recent report in the United States has further heightened these concerns. The report suggests the need to prepare for potential simultaneous conflicts involving both Moscow and Beijing. Putin has acknowledged that such a war would be "a completely different war."
New York Senator Chuck Schumer also expressed concerns about China aligning itself with Russia. He highlighted that China's association with an "outlaw nation" like Russia does not help its cause, especially considering China's efforts to shape world opinion through initiatives like the Belt and Road.
Experts trace the current dynamics of the China-Russia relationship to 2014, when Russia's invasion of Ukraine led Moscow to seek stronger ties with China and other countries. This apparent affinity between China and Russia has led some U.S. policymakers and members of Congress to express concern and seek ways to counter their global influence.
The concerns raised by Senator Tillis and other lawmakers highlight the potential implications of the China-Russia alliance on United States national security. As the relationship between these two nations continues to evolve, it remains a subject of close scrutiny for policymakers and analysts alike.
