35 Questions
Why does China try to maintain its influence over North Korea?
To safeguard its own safety and survival
What is the historical context of the Sino-Korean animosity?
Korea was a vassal state of imperial China
Why did North Korea condemn China in 2017?
For halting all coal imports from North Korea
What is the significance of North Korea's missile capabilities for China?
It poses a threat to major Chinese cities
Why does Putin need China's support in the Ukrainian-Russian war?
To counter the western alliance's military power
Why is China hesitant to supply weapons to Russia?
Due to its fear of antagonizing the West
What is the significance of the peace treaty between Russia and North Korea?
It will force China to supply weapons to Russia
Why does China remain North Korea's biggest trade partner?
To maintain its influence over Pyongyang
What is the consequence of China's lack of support for North Korea's nuclear ambitions?
China has lost influence over North Korea
Why does Putin want to make North Korea an ally?
To gain a winning chance in the war against Ukraine
What is the purpose of China's attempts to curb North Korea's nuclear ambitions?
To safeguard its own safety and survival
North Korea has always been a loyal ally to China.
False
What was the response of North Korea when China halted coal imports in 2017?
North Korea condemned Beijing for 'dancing to the tune of the United States' and fired missiles in the direction of Japan
The founding leader of North Korea, Kim Il-sung, was suspected of ______________ by the Chinese Communist party in the 1930s.
espionage
What is the primary reason for Russia's attempts to make North Korea an ally?
To counterbalance the influence of the US and Europe
China has been supplying Russia with weapons and ammunition.
False
What is the significance of the peace treaty between Russia and North Korea for Putin?
It may force China's hand to provide greater support to Russia in the Ukrainian-Russian war
China's economy is already ______________, which is why it is hesitant to take bold action to support Russia.
ailing
Match the following countries with their primary concerns:
China = Maintaining stability and preventing a potential threat to its own security Russia = Gaining an advantage in its conflict with Ukraine North Korea = Maintaining its independence and defying China
The Sino-Korean animosity dates back to modern times.
False
What is the main purpose of Vladimir Putin's visit to Pyongyang?
To sign a defence pact with North Korea and increase Russia's supply of munitions for the war in Ukraine
What is significant about the mutual aid deal signed between Russia and North Korea?
It promises that each country will come to the defence of the other if attacked
Why is China's response to the Russia-North Korea defence pact significant?
China has responded with silence, suggesting misgivings about the pact
What is the reason behind China's misgivings about the Russia-North Korea defence pact?
China is concerned that the pact will further diminish its influence over North Korea
What is China's fear regarding a renegade North Korea?
That North Korea may point its weapons at China
What is the significance of Zhao Leji's visit to North Korea in April?
To assure the North Korean strongman that Beijing was still a strong ally
What is the status of China's defensive pact with North Korea?
It was signed in 1961 and was renewed in 2021
What did North Korea reportedly supply to Moscow, which worried China?
Almost 7,000 containers worth of weapons
What is the primary reason behind Putin's visit to Pyongyang and the signing of the defence pact with Kim Jong-un?
To increase Russia's supply of munitions for the war in Ukraine
China has been actively supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
False
What is the estimated number of containers worth of weapons reportedly supplied by Pyongyang to Moscow?
7,000
In 2021, China renewed its defensive pact with North Korea, which was originally signed in _______.
1961
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?
Zhao Leji
Russia and North Korea have a long-standing defence pact.
False
Match the following leaders with their corresponding countries:
Vladimir Putin = Russia Xi Jinping = China Kim Jong-un = North Korea Zhao Leji = China
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.
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.
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