The future of the Russia-China relationship

What lies ahead for the ‘unlimited friendship’ between Moscow and Beijing?
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has raised new questions about the nature of the relationship between Russia and China, with the war seen as having the potential to shift Russia from a close ally to a liability in the eyes of the Chinese government.
This event explores the latest developments in extent of the relationship and interactions between the two: new convergences and divergences, energy links and limitations, declared alliances and private disagreements.
Experts on the panel explore:
How has the relationship changed since Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine?
What do the Russian and Chinese people make of the relationship?
How could a war-weakened Russia be viewed by China?
As with all members events, questions from the audience drive the conversation.