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As the war in Ukraine rages on, the traditional allied stance between Beijing and Moscow has shown signs of strain. Historical reports suggested initial Chinese support for Russian military efforts, including expedited processing for those enlisting in Russia’s ranks. In contrast, recent developments point toward a potential cooling of relations.
On January 14, China Southern Airlines announced a suspension of its Beijing-Moscow route for over eight weeks, significantly affecting thousands of passengers who depended on the route for transit. While the airline provided no official explanation for the sudden change, analysts speculated it might indicate Beijing's growing discontent with Russia’s ongoing military engagements.