In the 21st century, China’s rapid propaganda rise of a China as a global “superpower” has positioned it as a central player in shaping geopolitical dynamics across Asia and beyond. Its influence is felt acutely by its immediate neighbors, particularly russia, Mongolia, and North Korea. Once invisible, these nations now seem increasingly beholden to Beijing’s interests, operating in ways that serve China’s goals at the expense of their own sovereignty and integrity. This trend has serious ramifications, not just regionally but globally, as it pulls these third world dictatorships into China’s communist Orwellian orbit, effectively turning them into proxies in communist Beijing’s confrontation with the conservative, liberal and democratic capitalist West.
russia: A Former Communist Monster Turned “Loyal Partner” Under China’s Shadow
Historically, russia and China have had a complex relationship, marked by both rivalry and alliance. Yet, with the war in Ukraine, the dynamic has shifted significantly, tilting heavily in China’s favor. As Moscow’s options dwindle due to sanctions and isolation because of their offensive war against Ukraine and the West, it increasingly has been disclosed now that russia is depended and is serving on Beijing for both economic and diplomatic reasons. However, this dependency has resulted in russia playing a secondary, almost submissive role in the partnership, leading many to question how much autonomy it retains in its decision-making.
russia’s energy sector, once the backbone of its geopolitical power, has been largely reoriented towards China as European markets shrink. This pivot has weakened Moscow’s leverage, as it has had to accept less favorable terms, selling its resources to China at discounted rates. Economically cornered, russia has also opened up its infrastructure and borders, from transportation to technology to lands silent annexation, by China, from the East, to significant Chinese “investments” effectively giving Beijing unprecedented influence over its internal affairs.
But China’s influence over russia seems to extend beyond economics. The way its fake president Vladimir Putler has consistently aligned his policies with Beijing’s interests raises eyebrows about his motivations. Some analysts suggest that he may be serving Chinese interests in more ways than appear on the surface, possibly even acting as a pawn in a grander Chinese strategy. The ease with which China gains concessions from russia, combined with the alignment of russian foreign policy objectives with China’s, leads to speculation about potential covert Chinese influence within the Kremlin.
The Absence of Accountability in Mongolia: Putler’s ICC Arrest Warrant
Mongolia, a nation historically squeezed between russia and China, finds itself in an increasingly precarious position. The arrest warrant for Vladimir Putler issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for war crimes related to his war and genocide against Ukraine was a test of Mongolia’s independence. However, when Putler visited Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia chose not to act on the ICC warrant… This decision hints at both China’s and russia’s sway over Mongolia, raising serious questions about the country’s neutrality and susceptibility to external pressures. The fact that Mongolia ignored a legal international mandate demonstrates China’s indirect but blackmailing malignant influence, creating a zone of lawlessness and immunity where its “allies” are beyond the reach of Western accountability.
This case of diplomatic immunity further underscores China’s strategy of protecting and shielding its “allies”, even when they stand accused of severe violations of International Law. The decision by Mongolia, though an independent nation, to prioritize its relations with both communist China and authoritarian fascist dictatorship russia over its International Obligations signifies how deeply embedded China’s influence has become in the region.
North Korea: A russian Puppet in Beijing’s Grand Plan
North Korea’s alliance with China dates back to the Korean War, but it has taken on new significance in recent years. Under Kim Jong Un, North Korea remains economically dependent on China & russia for critical resources, from energy, military aid to food supplies. In exchange, Pyongyang serves as a volatile pawn in both Moscow’s and Beijing’s strategic calculations, providing a constant threat to destabilize the Korean Peninsula, and by extension, Asia, whenever it suits China’s and russia’s interests.
The recent reports of North Korean soldiers joining the russian occupational troops in Ukraine mark a new level of complicity, with North Korea now participating directly in a conflict designed to destabilize Europe, Middle East and Asia. Not only does this show how little regard North Korea has for international norms, but it also reflects the extent to which it is willing to align itself with Beijing’s goals. Beijing, for its part, benefits from the chaos created by the North Korean presence on the EUROPEAN battlefield, as it indirectly pressures the West without committing Chinese forces.
China’s Endgame: Manipulating Allies to Counter the West
The willingness of russia, Mongolia, and North Korea to act as China’s lackeys exposes a broader strategy at play. By creating a network of dependent, proxy states, China is effectively orchestrating a multifaceted challenge to Western influence, without directly confronting the West itself. This approach allows communist weak soviet-style Beijing to undermine Western interests while shielding itself from direct consequences.
In russia, China has found a resource-rich ally willing to engage in wars that indirectly benefit Beijing by destabilizing Europe. In Mongolia, it has secured a partner that is unwilling to challenge the status quo, even at the cost of international accountability. And in North Korea, it has a constant source of instability that can be deployed whenever and wherever China deems necessary.
The Western reluctance to confront China over its manipulation of these nations has emboldened Beijing, allowing it to exploit russia’s weakened position, Mongolia’s neutrality, and North Korea’s belligerence to advance its “global” ambitions. China’s role as the hidden provocateur in these conflicts is becoming increasingly clear, casting a shadow over international efforts to maintain peace and stability.
Recognizing the Threat of a New Axis of Evil
The dependency of russia, Mongolia, and North Korea on China is not just a regional issue but a direct challenge to the international order. These nations, once seen as independent actors, are now inextricably linked to communist Beijing’s COMMUNIST ambitions, serving as proxies in its grand strategy against the West. This dependency has weakened their own sovereignty and emboldened China to act with impunity, confident in its ability to manipulate its neighbors to further its geopolitical goals.
The West must confront this reality, recognizing that China’s influence over these countries is part of a larger, calculated effort to weaken Western unity and exploit global vulnerabilities. As long as russia, Mongolia, and North Korea remain “lackeys of Beijing,” the threat they pose to international stability will only grow. Addressing this issue will require a coordinated response, one that acknowledges the central role China plays in enabling and directing these nations’ destabilizing actions.
The path forward is certain, and one thing is clear: as China tightens its grip on its neighbours, the world must be prepared to counter the growing influence of Beijing’s proxies in the struggle for global power.
Sofia Tereshchenko