Vladimir Putin’s international standing has taken a huge hit after the failed Wagner Rebellion. Putin wants to be seen as the strong-man of Russia. But today, he’s far from that.

 
While much of the West sought to cripple Russia for its invasion of Ukraine, some countries actually grew closer to Moscow.

Let’s start with China – its leaders saw an opportunity to move further away from the West.

A decision that seems to have brought China and Russia closer together.

But as China and Russia grew closer, the divide between Beijing and Washington blew out.

And the economic impacts have been significant – at the worst possible time.

So where does China’s a Russia’s relationship stand after the Wagner Rebellion? Both country’s leaders don’t tolerate dissent in their ranks, so has the rationale behind the relationship changed?

Andrew Sullivan from Asian Market Sense says Putin is becoming a liability for China and its leadership. #putin #featured #russia #wagner