First forms of written work are the Ancient Egyptian Literature and Sumerian Literature. Egyptian Literature majorly consisted of prayers, tales, and hymns. Most Sumerian Literature consists of poetry.
Next came Indian Literature with drama, fables and epic poetry. Dating back from around 1500 BC to 1000 BC.
As civilizations started to develop the next one to develop was Chinese Literature around 750 BC. With the development of paper and wood, came the world's first printed forms of communication. Chinese literature focused on historiography, agriculture, and poetry.
Right after, came Greek Literature with major texts like The Illiad and The Odyssey, written by Homer. These works were written around 800 BCE to 500 BCE.
Close to the beginning of the ages before Christ, around 50 BC to 250 AD, came the emergence of Roman Literature with authors like Timaeus, Plutarch, and the Appian of Alexandria. Works on scientific disciplines were written during this time. As well as the The New Testament.
During the 18th and 18th century, Romanticism emerged. These movement brought tales focused on human experiences and emotions.
Finally, came Genre Fiction in the 20th century. Various genres focusing on fantasy emerged during this time until nowadays. For example Science Fiction.
While you didn't provide us with any concrete answers, this relationship is something related to an alliance, but in reality isn't one because the smaller country is only doing this because they're afraid of repercusions.
