Commentary One of the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) biggest priorities involves strengthening ties with Saudi Arabia, a known violator of human rights. In early November, the Chinese Foreign Ministry made a solemn pledge to become Saudi Arabia’s “long-term, reliable and stable good friend and partner.” According to Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, it is of prime importance that China and Saudi Arabia “maintain close strategic communication,” all in effort of solidifying the two countries’ “comprehensive strategic partnership.” Bilateral relations must be pushed to “a higher and deeper level.” Beijing, he said, wishes “to further synergize the Belt and Road Initiative with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.” Saudi’s foreign minister, obviously swept away by such heady language, called China “a truly credible strategic partner.” Why should this alliance matter to readers around the world, including those based in the United States? Because Beijing is doing all in its power to break the bond between Riyadh and …