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Putin Promised Xi That Russia Will Fight ‘5-Year War’ in Ukraine – Nikkei

The newspaper saw Putin’s words as an assurance that Moscow would emerge victorious and as a possible warning for Xi not to reverse his pro-Russia policy...

Russia's Putin Says World Conflicts 'Strengthen' Ties with China

Putin is the guest of honor at a summit hosted by Xi in Beijing to celebrate his Belt and Road Initiative.

Putin Applauds 'Dear Friend' Xi on His 70th Birthday

"It is difficult to overestimate the efforts you have been making to foster the comprehensive partnership" between Russia and China, Putin told Xi.

'long and meaningful'

China's Xi Holds Call With Ukraine's Zelensky

The call is the first between the two leaders since the start of Russia's invasion.

In Photos: Putin and Xi Shore Up Sino-Russian Alliance Despite Differing Agendas

Chinese President Xi Jinping made his first trip to Russia since 2019 this week in a state visit designed to project the ever-closer relationship between...

As Xi Visits Putin, Allies Trumpet 'New Era' But Offer Little Substance

Xi’s reunion with Putin is unlikely to catalyze a major shift in bilateral cooperation — or in efforts to end the war in Ukraine, experts say.

'great neighboring powers'

Xi Seeks Tighter Cooperation With Russia at Kremlin Talks

The summit between the Russian president and the Chinese leader comes as China seeks to portray itself as a neutral party in the Ukraine conflict.

'no-limits' partnership

China's Xi to Visit Russia on March 20-22, Kremlin Says

Xi and Putin plan to discuss “deepening Russian-Chinese cooperation in the international arena” and sign “important” bilateral documents.

Accelerated timetable

China’s Xi to Visit Russia ‘as Soon as Next Week’ – Reports

If confirmed, Xi's visit to Russia will come earlier than previously expected amid the pair's ongoing efforts to cement a “no-limits” partnership.

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