CRINK

CRINK is an acronym that stands for the authoritarian states China, Russia, Iran and North Korea. It was coined for the 2023 Halifax International Security Forum by its president Peter Van Praagh.[1][2][3][4]

The CRINK states support each other with economic, military and diplomatic resources.[4] Collectively and individually, the CRINKs are globally known for their authoritarian leadership, their opposition to the West[2] and involvement in military conflicts.[5] The CRINKs have no formal alliance but are united by common interests under the motto "the enemy of my enemy is my friend."[6]

  1. ^ "Opinion: We are not at war on several fronts, but one". The Globe and Mail. November 20, 2023. Retrieved November 18, 2024.
  2. ^ a b Marsden, Harriet (May 14, 2024). "Crink: the new autocractic 'axis of evil'". The Week UK. Retrieved November 18, 2024.
  3. ^ "Fear and gloating about US at top democracy gathering". Politico. November 19, 2023. Retrieved November 18, 2024.
  4. ^ a b "'2024 smells like 1938': WW3 'inevitable' unless West wakes up to new threat". iNews. April 19, 2024. Retrieved November 18, 2024.
  5. ^ "World Figures Convene in Canada To Address Threats Posed By CRINK". Iran International. November 21, 2023. Retrieved November 18, 2024.
  6. ^ Amersi, Mohamed (August 4, 2024). "CRINKs: The New Game in Town". International Policy Digest. Retrieved November 18, 2024.