Putin meets Xi to deepen ‘no limits’ partnership
The deepening alliance between China and Russia should be concerning for those in the West who value democratic values and a stable world order.
Matthew Slater
Matthew Slater writes about politics and diplomacy. He holds a masters in political science from George Mason University works as a researcher and writer, leveraging his deep knowledge of U.S. political history and institutional dynamics to contribute to public policy discussions.
In his spare time, Matthew mentors young scholars and is an avid supporter of initiatives that promote civic education and engagement among America's youth.
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