Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin strengthen China-Russia alliance during historic visit

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Russian President Vladimir Putin is holding a key meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, during a historic visit to China. The meeting is taking place in Beijing, where Xi gave Putin a red-carpet welcome. China and Russia are strengthening their alliance in what is being described as a major geopolitical deal.

This is considered a “big move” by Russia and China occurring amid Iran-US tensions. During the visit, Xi and Putin viewed a photo exhibition in Beijing showing their younger selves. President Putin made a “big statement,” and President Xi made a veiled jab at the US. A strong message from China and Russia has reportedly warned the US against aggression.

The development has been described as a big surprise to the US and its allies, raising questions as to whether it represents a big blow to US influence.

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Updated: 7:59 PM PKT — May 20, 2026

The leaders also held a joint press conference where they expanded their criticism to the broader US global agenda. Additionally, President Putin affirmed that Russia remains a reliable global energy supplier despite the regional crises.

Updated: 7:15 PM PKT — May 20, 2026

In a joint statement, the leaders criticized the US global missile defense system, calling it a threat to strategic balance that could trigger a new arms race. They stressed that further escalation in the Middle East would be unwise, vowing to work together for a more just global governance system.

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