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Title: :  Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East: The Expanding Influence of China and Russia
PaperId: :  26234
Published in:   International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education
Publisher:   IJARIIE
e-ISSN:   2395-4396
Volume/Issue:    Volume 11 Issue 3 2025
DUI:    16.0415/IJARIIE-26234
Licence: :   IJARIIE is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.

Author NameAuthor Institute
Yaron KatzHolon Institute of Technology

Abstract

Political Sciences
China; Russia; Middle East; Politics; Influence
The strategic landscape of the Middle East is undergoing a profound transformation as external powers, particularly China and Russia, increase their involvement in the region. This paper explores how China’s economic diplomacy and Russia’s military and political interventionism are reshaping regional dynamics, especially in the context of the Gulf region and the aftermath of the Arab Spring. Traditionally, the Middle East has been dominated by Western influence, particularly the United States, whose political, military, and economic strategies have long shaped the region’s security arrangements and power structures. However, the increasing presence of non-Western powers has introduced new models of engagement, offering alternative pathways for regional states to align themselves based on economic and security priorities. China’s growing influence is primarily driven by its economic statecraft, particularly the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which seeks to enhance trade, infrastructure, and economic integration across the Middle East. China’s mediation between Saudi Arabia and Iran, exemplifying its non-interventionist approach, showcases its ability to position itself as a neutral player in resolving regional conflicts. Unlike the United States, which is often perceived as politically biased, China’s trade-based diplomacy allows it to foster regional stability while safeguarding its economic interests, such as securing energy supplies and trade routes. In contrast, Russia’s involvement is characterized by military and political interventionism, which has allowed it to assert itself as a dominant force in regional security dynamics. Russia’s support for the Syrian regime, its partnerships with Iran, and its growing military footprint in the region have positioned it as a counterbalance to U.S. influence, particularly in conflict zones such as Syria and Libya. Russia’s efforts to balance its relationships with both Israel and regional actors like Iran reflect its complex geopolitical ambitions. While Russia seeks to disrupt Western-led peace initiatives, it also aims to maintain its relevance as a strategic partner and mediator. The paper argues that the increasing roles of China and Russia are creating a more fragmented and multipolar Middle East, where regional actors are diversifying their alliances and engaging in multi-alignment strategies. The involvement of China and Russia in regional conflicts, including the Israel-Hamas confrontation, highlights how these new actors are influencing the trajectory of longstanding disputes. By offering alternative approaches to diplomacy, security, and economic integration, China and Russia are not only challenging Western hegemony but are also reconfiguring the geopolitical and economic order of the Middle East. This transformation carries significant implications for regional stability, power structures, and the future of Middle Eastern politics in the 21st century.

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IJARIIE Yaron Katz. "Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East: The Expanding Influence of China and Russia" International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education Volume 11 Issue 3 2025 Page 577-584
MLA Yaron Katz. "Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East: The Expanding Influence of China and Russia." International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education 11.3(2025) : 577-584.
APA Yaron Katz. (2025). Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East: The Expanding Influence of China and Russia. International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education, 11(3), 577-584.
Chicago Yaron Katz. "Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East: The Expanding Influence of China and Russia." International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education 11, no. 3 (2025) : 577-584.
Oxford Yaron Katz. 'Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East: The Expanding Influence of China and Russia', International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education, vol. 11, no. 3, 2025, p. 577-584. Available from IJARIIE, http://ijariie.com/AdminUploadPdf/Shifting_Geopolitical_Dynamics_in_the_Middle_East___The_Expanding_Influence_of_China_and_Russia_ijariie26234.pdf (Accessed : ).
Harvard Yaron Katz. (2025) 'Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East: The Expanding Influence of China and Russia', International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education, 11(3), pp. 577-584IJARIIE [Online]. Available at: http://ijariie.com/AdminUploadPdf/Shifting_Geopolitical_Dynamics_in_the_Middle_East___The_Expanding_Influence_of_China_and_Russia_ijariie26234.pdf (Accessed : )
IEEE Yaron Katz, "Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East: The Expanding Influence of China and Russia," International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education, vol. 11, no. 3, pp. 577-584, May-Jun 2025. [Online]. Available: http://ijariie.com/AdminUploadPdf/Shifting_Geopolitical_Dynamics_in_the_Middle_East___The_Expanding_Influence_of_China_and_Russia_ijariie26234.pdf [Accessed : ].
Turabian Yaron Katz. "Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East: The Expanding Influence of China and Russia." International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education [Online]. volume 11 number 3 ().
Vancouver Yaron Katz. Shifting Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East: The Expanding Influence of China and Russia. International Journal Of Advance Research And Innovative Ideas In Education [Internet]. 2025 [Cited : ]; 11(3) : 577-584. Available from: http://ijariie.com/AdminUploadPdf/Shifting_Geopolitical_Dynamics_in_the_Middle_East___The_Expanding_Influence_of_China_and_Russia_ijariie26234.pdf
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