Open AccessThe problems of security and interests of Russia and China in the Persian gulf region
Author(s) -
O. Khlopov
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
nacionalʹnaâ bezopasnostʹ i strategičeskoe planirovanie
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2307-1400
DOI - 10.37468/2307-1400-2021-3-25-32
Subject(s) - persian , china , middle east , russian federation , position (finance) , political science , politics , economy , security interest , geography , development economics , international trade , regional science , business , economics , law , philosophy , linguistics , finance
The article analyses the diplomatic, economic and energy interests of China and Russia in the Middle East. In recent years the role the two countries has been increased in this region, and arms sales, trade and cooperation with the Arab countries of the Persian Gulf are very important for the Russian Federation and the PRC today than in the past.
Despite the fact that China has a relatively recent presence in the region, given the various mega-projects, the growth and influence of the PRC on the world stage, its relations with the countries of the Middle East are expanding. The author argues that within the framework of their initiatives, Russia and China have similar and competing interests. This requires from the both countries to coordinate position over the formation of a collective security system in the Persian Gulf region, and more engagement of China in solving the political problems of the region.