Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump
Xi Jinping hosted Vladimir Putin in a display of China's growing diplomatic influence, following a similar visit from Donald Trump. The meetings highlighted China's strategic positioning as a key player in global affairs, particularly in relation to Russia's reliance on Beijing amid Western sanctions. This marks a significant shift for China, which has transitioned from a position of potential isolation to one of central importance in international diplomacy and trade.
- ▪Xi Jinping hosted Vladimir Putin, showcasing China's diplomatic influence.
- ▪The meetings resulted in over 20 agreements on trade and technology, but no progress on a key gas pipeline.
- ▪China's relationship with Russia has become increasingly important as Russia faces isolation due to the war in Ukraine.
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Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump7 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleLaura BickerChina correspondentGetty ImagesFor the last week, the Chinese leader looked like the man everyone wants to meetCheering children - check. Military honour guard – check. Cannon fire and marching band - check.Vladimir Putin's welcome outside the Great Hall of the People was a near mirror image of the reception for Donald Trump last week.Two high-stakes presidential visits, just days apart, is exactly the image Xi Jinping wants to project to the world: talking to everyone, tied to no-one.For China, these visits are proof that because of its massive economy and new-found diplomatic clout all roads now lead to Beijing."The new era of world affairs is less centered around the…
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