China, Iran and Russia Growing Closer

“Cooperation between Russia, Iran and China might signal a formation of a new world paradigm, able to re-define the global situation in the world both politically and strategically; the recent developments in the relations between the three might be more significant than many realize” (Sputnik News, January 26, 2016; Reuters, January 23, 2016). China’s president “Xi Jinping was the first international leader to head to Iran after the trade restrictions were removed and capped his visit with 17 agreements for cooperation in areas including energy, trade, and industry” (ibid.). “Xi Jinping signed a joint statement with President Hassan Rouhani in support of Iran’s application for full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), advocated by both Russia and China” (ibid.). The Asian security group that China called for almost two years ago continues to develop and deepen (CBS News, May 21, 2014).

Bible prophecy foretells a group of kings from the east and the north of Jerusalem at the end of the age (Daniel 11:44-45). These kings will amass incredible riches and military might and create a very large army that will eventually cross through Iraq (and cross the Euphrates River) and enter the Holy Land (Revelation 9:13-18). China, Iran and Russia, along with other Asian nations (possibly including Japan), will likely be a part of this Asiatic superpower we now see developing (Moscow Times, January 18, 2016). For more on the future of this coming Asian superpower, be sure to read “Five Prophetic Signs for the Middle East.”