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Russia and China romance runs into friction in Central Asia

US strategists call for driving wedge between the traditional rivals

TOKYO -- China and Russia are cozying up ever closer as they find a common enemy in Washington.

During Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Russia in early June, the two countries signed a joint statement pledging to deepen their ties, as well as around 30 economic agreements.

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