China views Russia with suspicion and wariness regarding excessive Russian dependence; China prefers Russia to remain somewhat dependent but not become a complete basket case, because total Russian dependence would make Russia China's problem to manage and sustain.
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Stephen KotkinEvidence Quote
“China is wary of excessive Russian dependence on China...if it's a basket case, it's then your basket case.”
Created: 8/12/2026, 10:22:55 PM
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