US strategists call for driving wedge between the traditional rivals
Russian President Vladimir Putin greets Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping in St. Petersburg in June: Though the two leaders have found common cause in opposing Washington, their friendship has limits, experts say. © Getty Images
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.
