SignalGeopolitics
The countries with the most neighbors — and why China and Russia tie for No. 1
China and Russia tie for most neighbors, a geopolitical distinction driving relevance.
Context
What happened: China and Russia each border 14 sovereign states, tying for the most neighbors of any country, according to the report.
Key numbers: China and Russia each touch 14 sovereign states.
Why it matters: The piece frames shared borders as a measure of crowded frontiers, noting the count across 10 countries from Brazil to Zambia.
What changed
China and Russia each border 14 sovereign states, tying for the most neighbors of any country, according to the report.
Why it matters
The piece frames shared borders as a measure of crowded frontiers, noting the count across 10 countries from Brazil to Zambia.
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Nov 02, 2026 07:13 PM ET