American Power Extra: The China-Russia Threat Everyone Gets Wrong

About this episode

The episode analyzes the complex and dangerous relationship between China and Russia, challenging common perceptions and highlighting the strategic implications for the United States.

People in this episode

Hosts: Chad Scott, Nat Towsen, Mr. Global

Topics covered

• China-Russia relationship
• geopolitical strategy
• supply chain coordination
• information warfare
• sanctions evasion
• military alliances

Keywords

• China-Russia alliance
• geopolitical threats
• Xi Jinping
• Vladimir Putin
• supply chains
• information warfare
• sanctions
• military strategy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Center for European Policy Analysis

Places: China, Russia, United States, Iran, North Korea

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