Xi welcomes Putin and touts "unyielding" ties on heels of Trump's visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Beijing to reinforce their strong ties following President Trump's recent visit. The leaders signed multiple agreements on trade and energy while emphasizing the importance of dialogue in the ongoing U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran. They also discussed the need for a comprehensive ceasefire in the Middle East and addressed the Ukraine war's underlying issues.
- ▪Xi and Putin highlighted their nations' 'unyielding' relationship during their meeting in Beijing.
- ▪They signed several agreements on trade, media, and energy, showcasing their close cooperation.
- ▪Xi called for a comprehensive ceasefire in the Middle East, emphasizing the urgency of negotiations.
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World Xi welcomes Putin, touts "unyielding" Russia-China ties and warns "hegemonic countercurrents running rampant" May 20, 2026 / 10:00 AM EDT / CBS/AFP Add CBS News on Google Beijing —China's President Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin met Wednesday in Beijing, just days after President Trump left the Chinese capital. The two major U.S. adversaries sought to underscore their close ties with a host of business deals - and to show a united front against "unilateral and hegemonic countercurrents" amid the ongoing U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. Below are some key takeaways from the talks between the two leaders in Bejing.
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