In a shifting world order, Mongolia is working hard to maintain independence by emphasizing its role as a neutral state and friend to all. That’s hard when you’re sandwiched between Russia and China.
Visits like Putin’s yesterday show how difficult that endeavor can be.
https://theconversation.com/putins-visit-to-mongolia-defies-icc-warrant-and-tests-neutral-nations-third-neighbor-diplomacy-237942
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Putin’s visit to Mongolia defies ICC warrant and tests neutral nation’s ‘third neighbor’ diplomacy
Mongolia has worked hard to craft friendly relations across the globe. But geography means that Russia and China still retain a strong influence.The Conversation
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