Xi to welcome Putin for visit days after hosting Trump
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit China for a two-day meeting with President Xi Jinping. The discussions will focus on enhancing bilateral relations and economic cooperation, including the proposed Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline. This visit follows Xi's recent hosting of US President Donald Trump, although the Kremlin states there is no connection between the two events.
- ▪Putin's visit to China is aimed at strengthening the partnership between Russia and China.
- ▪The agenda includes discussions on the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline and other bilateral relations.
- ▪The Russian delegation will consist of key government officials and company heads from major energy firms.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing days after Donald TrumpTopic:World PoliticsTue 19 May 2026 at 9:57amTue 19 May 2026 at 9:57amTue 19 May 2026 at 9:57amVladimir Putin and Xi Jinping met in Beijing last September. (Reuters: Sputnik/Sergey Bobylev/Pool)In short:Russian President Vladimir Putin will embark on a two-day visit to China.Mr Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping will discuss bilateral and economic relations between the two countries, as well as key international issues.The proposed Power of Siberia 2, a gas pipeline from Russia's Arctic gas fields to China, is also expected to be on the agenda.abc.net.au/news/xi-to-host-putin-for-state-visit-in-beijing/106694592Link copiedShareShare articleRussia says it has "very serious expectations"…
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