China, Russia and the delicate balance Asian countries seek to strike
Some in Asia see Russia as an alternative in the middle of US-China power competition in the region.
- Some in Asia see Russia as an alternative in the middle of US-China power competition in the region.
- Although its influence has yet to be as strong as the US and China, Russia could provide numerous opportunities for some Asian states.
- Among them are defence cooperation through arms exports and joint military exercises with Asian countries, and energy cooperation.
- And it is becoming of increasing importance to other Asian countries.