Overview
- China has supplied 70% of the machine tools and 90% of the semiconductors used in Russia's military production, bolstering its war capabilities in Ukraine.
- North Korea has sent thousands of artillery shells, short-range missiles, and troops to Russia, reportedly seeking modernization of its air defense systems in return.
- Russia is providing China with advanced submarine quieting technology and missile systems, enhancing Beijing's military capabilities.
- Reports indicate over 150 Chinese nationals have joined Russian forces in Ukraine, with Ukrainian leadership suggesting Beijing is aware of this activity.
- U.S. military officials emphasize that these alliances heighten security risks in the Pacific, threatening strategic stability and U.S. interests in the region.