Strategic partners as allies of Russia

The treaty was signed by the two sides during Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to North Korea in June. The content of the treaty that has received the most attention from outside public opinion is the provision in which one side pledges to provide military support to the other in the event of an armed attack. Clauses with this spirit and wording are often found in alliance agreements between parties that agree to become strategic allies.

With the above treaty coming into force after being ratified by the Russian State Duma, Russia and North Korea have become each other's comprehensive strategic partners in name, but in reality they are no different from each other's strategic allies.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un met in June in Pyongyang

This is of great concern and concern to outsiders, especially to Moscow and Pyongyang’s rivals and enemies. Russia is conducting a military campaign in Ukraine and is in fierce confrontation with the US, EU, NATO and other Western countries. North Korea is also at odds with the US and its allies South Korea and Japan.

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In such a situation, mutual support not only in politics but especially in military, defense and security has strategic significance and practical impact for both Moscow and Pyongyang. Military assistance from one side to the other becomes a valuable trump card for both and helps increase the position and strength of both sides in their own current game with their partners, rivals and enemies. Strategic partners that can become strategic allies when needed make the partnership even more special.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/doi-tac-chien-luoc-nhu-dong-minh-cua-nga-18524101521570932.htm