Speaker: Richard Sakwa
Date and time: Thursday 3rd September 2026, 4.30pm- 5.30pm
Venue: 2041B Ui Chadhain Theatre, Arts Building, Trinity College Dublin
This lecture explores the historical evolution of Russo-Chinese relations, from post-Cold War reconciliation to today’s strategic alignment, and examines how the Russo-Ukrainian War has reshaped this partnership. It considers the political, economic, and security foundations of the relationship, including energy cooperation, defence collaboration, and shared geopolitical interests. Against the backdrop of intensifying great power competition, the lecture asks whether the current Sino-Russian alignment can endure growing international pressures and continue to shape the evolving global order.
Date and time: Thursday 3rd September 2026, 4.30pm- 5.30pm
Venue: 2041B Ui Chadhain Theatre, Arts Building, Trinity College Dublin
This lecture explores the historical evolution of Russo-Chinese relations, from post-Cold War reconciliation to today’s strategic alignment, and examines how the Russo-Ukrainian War has reshaped this partnership. It considers the political, economic, and security foundations of the relationship, including energy cooperation, defence collaboration, and shared geopolitical interests. Against the backdrop of intensifying great power competition, the lecture asks whether the current Sino-Russian alignment can endure growing international pressures and continue to shape the evolving global order.