China-led Bloc Keeps Iran at Arm's Length Despite Russian Backing
(L_R) Russian President Vladimir Putin, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Mongolian President Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj meet on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, June 23, 2016./ The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), a China-led security bloc, refused to initiate Iran's accession on Thursday despite a request from Russia which backs Tehran's bid, indicating possible divisions between Beijing and Moscow. The bloc has served a platform for Moscow and Beijing to project influence in the ...
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