Abstract

With the disintegration of the Soviet Union and subsequent reemergence of Russia in global economy as having the membership of the BRICS, Shanghai Cooperation Organization and other relevant strategic multilateral organizations in the world, is reviving the ideological confrontation that took place between Russia and the United States immediately after the Second World War. The paper is a theoretical approach to explaining the neo-cold war era, as the conflict between the two former blocs is rejuvenating. It also analyses the American alliance with the closest Russian neighbors and the threat to that move as well as Russian odyssey to south East Asia for rebuilding old diplomatic relations. From the library and practical research conducted, findings show that, the two sides are enveloped in what can be described as neo-cold war confrontation and a political gamble that may result in to the third world war. The paper concludes that, this political tension is inevitable as Russia will never risk its national security and allow the United States coming closer to its own borders. The paper recommends a drastic balance of power between the two powers, so as to curtail the level of tension within the global polity. Keywords: Allies; Eastern Region;