A) The Soviet Union and China

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Title: The Soviet Union and China: A Complex Relationship That Shaped Modern Geopolitics The 20th century witnessed one of the most dramatic and influential relationships in world history—the evolving alliance, rivalry, and eventual split between the Soviet Union and the People’s Republic of China. From a key communist partnership during the early Cold War to a bitter ideological and geopolitical divide, the Soviet-Chinese relationship profoundly influenced global politics, military strategies, and the balance of power. This article explores the history, dynamics, and long-term impacts of the relationship between these two communist superpowers. --- ### Friendship and Alliance: The Early Years (1949–1950s)