China’s Xi and Russia’s Putin talk energy, ‘law of jungle’ in summit in Beijing
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Beijing to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss energy cooperation. The leaders addressed the proposed Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline, which has faced delays due to financial disagreements. They also issued a joint statement warning against rising geopolitical tensions and the 'law of the jungle' in international relations.
- ▪Xi Jinping welcomed Vladimir Putin to Beijing for a summit focused on energy and geopolitical issues.
- ▪The leaders discussed the stalled Power of Siberia 2 natural gas pipeline and expressed enthusiasm for joint renewable energy projects.
- ▪A joint statement was released, warning against a return to the 'law of the jungle' in global affairs.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin to Beijing to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss a range of geopolitical matters. The Sino-Russo summit comes less than a week after Xi welcomed President Donald Trump to his country. Similar to how Trump was welcomed upon arrival in China, Putin was greeted with a red carpet and children happily cheering while waving Russian and Chinese flags. Also, just as during Trump’s meeting with Xi, Putin and the Chinese president met in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
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