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Why does China try to maintain its influence over North Korea?
Why does China try to maintain its influence over North Korea?
What is the historical context of the Sino-Korean animosity?
What is the historical context of the Sino-Korean animosity?
Why did North Korea condemn China in 2017?
Why did North Korea condemn China in 2017?
What is the significance of North Korea's missile capabilities for China?
What is the significance of North Korea's missile capabilities for China?
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Why does Putin need China's support in the Ukrainian-Russian war?
Why does Putin need China's support in the Ukrainian-Russian war?
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Why is China hesitant to supply weapons to Russia?
Why is China hesitant to supply weapons to Russia?
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What is the significance of the peace treaty between Russia and North Korea?
What is the significance of the peace treaty between Russia and North Korea?
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Why does China remain North Korea's biggest trade partner?
Why does China remain North Korea's biggest trade partner?
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What is the consequence of China's lack of support for North Korea's nuclear ambitions?
What is the consequence of China's lack of support for North Korea's nuclear ambitions?
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Why does Putin want to make North Korea an ally?
Why does Putin want to make North Korea an ally?
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What is the purpose of China's attempts to curb North Korea's nuclear ambitions?
What is the purpose of China's attempts to curb North Korea's nuclear ambitions?
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North Korea has always been a loyal ally to China.
North Korea has always been a loyal ally to China.
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What was the response of North Korea when China halted coal imports in 2017?
What was the response of North Korea when China halted coal imports in 2017?
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The founding leader of North Korea, Kim Il-sung, was suspected of ______________ by the Chinese Communist party in the 1930s.
The founding leader of North Korea, Kim Il-sung, was suspected of ______________ by the Chinese Communist party in the 1930s.
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What is the primary reason for Russia's attempts to make North Korea an ally?
What is the primary reason for Russia's attempts to make North Korea an ally?
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China has been supplying Russia with weapons and ammunition.
China has been supplying Russia with weapons and ammunition.
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What is the significance of the peace treaty between Russia and North Korea for Putin?
What is the significance of the peace treaty between Russia and North Korea for Putin?
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China's economy is already ______________, which is why it is hesitant to take bold action to support Russia.
China's economy is already ______________, which is why it is hesitant to take bold action to support Russia.
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Match the following countries with their primary concerns:
Match the following countries with their primary concerns:
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The Sino-Korean animosity dates back to modern times.
The Sino-Korean animosity dates back to modern times.
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What is the main purpose of Vladimir Putin's visit to Pyongyang?
What is the main purpose of Vladimir Putin's visit to Pyongyang?
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What is significant about the mutual aid deal signed between Russia and North Korea?
What is significant about the mutual aid deal signed between Russia and North Korea?
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Why is China's response to the Russia-North Korea defence pact significant?
Why is China's response to the Russia-North Korea defence pact significant?
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What is the reason behind China's misgivings about the Russia-North Korea defence pact?
What is the reason behind China's misgivings about the Russia-North Korea defence pact?
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What is China's fear regarding a renegade North Korea?
What is China's fear regarding a renegade North Korea?
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What is the significance of Zhao Leji's visit to North Korea in April?
What is the significance of Zhao Leji's visit to North Korea in April?
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What is the status of China's defensive pact with North Korea?
What is the status of China's defensive pact with North Korea?
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What did North Korea reportedly supply to Moscow, which worried China?
What did North Korea reportedly supply to Moscow, which worried China?
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What is the primary reason behind Putin's visit to Pyongyang and the signing of the defence pact with Kim Jong-un?
What is the primary reason behind Putin's visit to Pyongyang and the signing of the defence pact with Kim Jong-un?
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China has been actively supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
China has been actively supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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What is the estimated number of containers worth of weapons reportedly supplied by Pyongyang to Moscow?
What is the estimated number of containers worth of weapons reportedly supplied by Pyongyang to Moscow?
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In 2021, China renewed its defensive pact with North Korea, which was originally signed in _______.
In 2021, China renewed its defensive pact with North Korea, which was originally signed in _______.
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Who is the third most senior leader within the Chinese Communist party hierarchy who was sent to North Korea to assure the North Korean strongman of Beijing's continued support?
Who is the third most senior leader within the Chinese Communist party hierarchy who was sent to North Korea to assure the North Korean strongman of Beijing's continued support?
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Russia and North Korea have a long-standing defence pact.
Russia and North Korea have a long-standing defence pact.
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Match the following leaders with their corresponding countries:
Match the following leaders with their corresponding countries:
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Study Notes
Russia-North Korea Defence Pact
- Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Pyongyang and signed a defence pact with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to increase Russia's supply of munitions for the war in Ukraine.
- The pact promises mutual aid, with each country coming to the defence of the other if attacked.
- Kim Jong-un also promised full support for Putin's invasion of Ukraine.
China's Response and Concerns
- China has remained silent on the Russia-North Korea defence pact, despite having its own defensive pact with North Korea since 1961 and a "no limits" partnership with Russia.
- China is worried that the pact will weaken its influence over North Korea and threaten its own security.
- Beijing fears that North Korea may one day point its weapons at China.
History of China-North Korea Relations
- China has maintained its influence over Pyongyang by being a mediator between North Korea and the rest of the world.
- China has attempted to curb North Korea's nuclear ambitions to safeguard its own safety and survival.
- North Korea has a tradition of defying China, and the deal with Russia might embolden it further.
- The Sino-Korean animosity dates back centuries and has continued into modern times.
Putin's Agenda and Desperation
- Putin's desperation is evident in his recent trip to Vietnam and the signing of the defence pact with North Korea.
- Putin needs China's full support to win the war in Ukraine, but Beijing is hesitant to supply actual weapons due to fear of antagonising the West and triggering economic sanctions.
Russia-North Korea Defence Pact
- Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Pyongyang and signed a defence pact with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un to increase Russia's supply of munitions for the war in Ukraine.
- The pact promises mutual aid, with each country coming to the defence of the other if attacked.
- Kim Jong-un also promised full support for Putin's invasion of Ukraine.
China's Response and Concerns
- China has remained silent on the Russia-North Korea defence pact, despite having its own defensive pact with North Korea since 1961 and a "no limits" partnership with Russia.
- China is worried that the pact will weaken its influence over North Korea and threaten its own security.
- Beijing fears that North Korea may one day point its weapons at China.
History of China-North Korea Relations
- China has maintained its influence over Pyongyang by being a mediator between North Korea and the rest of the world.
- China has attempted to curb North Korea's nuclear ambitions to safeguard its own safety and survival.
- North Korea has a tradition of defying China, and the deal with Russia might embolden it further.
- The Sino-Korean animosity dates back centuries and has continued into modern times.
Putin's Agenda and Desperation
- Putin's desperation is evident in his recent trip to Vietnam and the signing of the defence pact with North Korea.
- Putin needs China's full support to win the war in Ukraine, but Beijing is hesitant to supply actual weapons due to fear of antagonising the West and triggering economic sanctions.
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Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un sign a defence pact, promising mutual aid and support for each other's military actions. Learn more about this new alliance and its implications.
