🇨🇳 Xi Jinping · 🇷🇺 Vladimir Putin
Putin Expects Chinas Xi to Visit Soon; Xi holds his stronghold in Ukraine
What happened
Putin publicly invited Xi to visit Russia, stating that a visit would demonstrate the strength of their relations to the world, while Xi's introductory statement was more pragmatic in tone. The two leaders signed a "no limits" strategic partnership in February, and their countries have increased trade and financial ties. Putin also expressed a desire to increase military cooperation with China.
Why it matters
The strengthening alliance between Russia and China is significant because it reflects a shared distrust of Western powers and a shift in global geopolitical dynamics. The partnership has economic implications, as Russia has become a major supplier of crude oil to China and has increased its trade with the country. The relationship also has implications for international relations, as Western countries have imposed sanctions on Russia in response to its invasion of Ukraine.
Key facts
- Russia has overtaken Saudi Arabia as a supplier of crude oil to China
- Russia's Finance Ministry has doubled the maximum share of the Chinese yuan in its National Wealth Fund
- Xi Jinping's introductory statement was more pragmatic in tone than Putin's
- The two leaders signed a "no limits" strategic partnership in February
- Russia and China have increased trade and financial ties
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