Why Putin's desperate North Korea diplomacy completely backfired

As the war in Ukraine drags on, Vladimir Putin's high-stakes relationship with China is facing unprecedented strain. While bilateral trade between Moscow and Beijing has soared by 55% since the 2022 invasion, behind the scenes, the dynamic is far from an equal partnership. In this video, experts break down how Russia has found itself fundamentally dependent on China for economic survival - and how Putin’s desperate diplomatic manoeuvres, including highly classified military deals with North Korea, have backfired by bringing NATO focus directly to China’s doorstep. We examine the real friction building on the ground, the strict limits of Beijing's support, and why Russia’s ongoing military struggles are forcing President Xi Jinping to rethink his long-term strategy, especially regarding Taiwan. Video Chapters 00:00 - Introduction: The strained state of the Russia-China alliance 00:21 - Russia's Economic Lifeline: Moscow's growing reliance on Beijing for survival 01:34 - An Unequal Partnership: Analysing the geopolitical imbalance between Xi and Putin 02:53 - Looking for an Exit Plan: China’s pragmatic approach to the war in Ukraine 06:09 - The North Korea Complication: How Putin’s desperate deals backfired on Beijing 10:30 - Friction on the Ground: Delays in infrastructure projects causing diplomatic tension 11:43 - Shadow of Taiwan: How Russia's struggles influence China’s long-term global ambitions The Sun brings you breaking news and in-depth analysis on the stories that matter most. From the ongoing war in Ukraine to conflicts in the Middle East and US and UK politics, we post updates as they happen. Expect the latest on major global events, pressing political debates, celebrity updates and exclusive royal family content, along with in-depth investigations and expert commentary. Get comprehensive coverage of Donald Trump's Presidency, Vladimir Putin's actions, and the unfolding drama of the British Royal Family. Subscribe now for daily updates and exclusive content from The Sun. https://www.youtube.com/c/thesun?sub_confirmation=1 👑 For the latest Royal news, subscribe to The Sun's Royal Exclusive YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@RoyalExclusiveTheSun Read The Sun: https://bit.ly/3Tay1OY Like The Sun on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thesun/ Follow The Sun on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thesun Subscribe to The Sun on Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/discover/The_Sun/1633225139 #putin #china #northkorea