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TOOL · SCMP — Tech English(EN) · 4h

Chinese military team inspects Russian bases as Putin hails ‘natural allies’

A Chinese military delegation conducted a two-day inspection of Russian bases this week, focusing on facilities within Russia's Eastern Military District. This visit, which included an air defence missile unit, was part of a routine verification exercise under border agreements established in 1996 and 1997. The inspection aimed to confirm Russia's adherence to international obligations and was framed by Russian media as a demonstration of the enduring effectiveness of cooperative mechanisms between the two nations. AI
COMMENTARY · SCMP — Tech English(EN) · 6d

Why the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation isn’t Nato for Iran

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is not comparable to NATO, particularly regarding its role for Iran. While Iran joined the SCO in July 2023 seeking to counter US-led isolation, the bloc's primary value for its Central Asian members lies in preserving sovereignty rather than enabling collective military action. Analysts suggest the SCO's design inherently favors restraint, making decisive coordinated military stances unlikely, even amidst ongoing regional conflicts. AI

Chinese military team inspects Russian bases as Putin hails ‘natural allies’