Russia-China relations in the post-crisis international order

1. Beyond the 'strategic partnership' and the 'axis of convenience' -- 2. The domestic contexts of the Russia-China relationship -- 3. The bilateral breakthroughs -- 4. Russia-China relations in the wider neighbourhood -- 5. The role of the US in the Russia-China relationship -- 6. The changing global roles of Russia and China.

The book explores developments in Russia-China relations in the aftermath of the global economic crisis, arguing that the crisis transformed their bilateral affairs, regional liaisons and, crucially, altered the roles both states play on the international arena. Discussing how Russo-Chinese cooperation has accelerated in energy trade, arms sales and in the Russian Far East, the focus is on how the still mutually advantageous relationship has become more asymmetric than ever, reflecting China's meteoric rise and Russia's decline. These dynamics are explored through three perspectives: domestic

Beyond the "strategic partnership" and the "axis of convenience" -- The domestic context of the Russo-Chinese relationship -- The bilateral breakthroughs -- Russian-Chinese relations in the "wider neighbourhood" -- The role of the US in the Russo-Chinese relationship -- The changing global roles of Russia and China -- Conclusions : The Russo-Chinese power transition in the making

Beyond the "strategic partnership" and the "axis of convenience" -- The domestic context of the Russo-Chinese relationship -- The bilateral breakthroughs -- Russian-Chinese relations in the "wider neighbourhood" -- The role of the US in the Russo-Chinese relationship -- The changing global roles of Russia and China -- Conclusions : The Russo-Chinese power transition in the making