China – Belarus relations: implementation of the foundations of all-weather and comprehensive strategic partnership in global politics

Abstract

This article examines the evolution of China – Belarus cooperation following the elevation of their bilateral relations to all-weather and comprehensive strategic partnership at the 2022 Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Samarkand. The analysis focuses on two main dimensions: collaboration in political, economic, and humanitarian spheres at the bilateral level, and multilateral engagement through regional and global institutions. The findings indicate that, in the po­litical sphere, Belarus and China strive to consolidate their respective national interests and foreign policy priorities. Strong political trust between the two states has facilitated Belarus’ accession to the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and its designation as a BRICS partner country. Economically, both parties have registered notable results through Belt and road initiative projects. Together, China and Belarus endeavour to build a community with a shared future for mankind as a new paradigm of international relations.