WorldMultipolarity gives middle powers more choices, but fewer guarantees
The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation condemned military attacks on Iran and backed its sovereignty at a summit in Bishkek, but offered no defence commitment. BRICS, the SCO and similar partnerships can ease pressure from great powers and expand diplomatic and economic options for middle powers, while providing none of the security guarantees associated with formal military alliances.
AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-09-05 14:51Original
Multipolarity gives middle powers more choices, but fewer guarantees
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