Putin and Xi reaffirm ‘old friend’ ties in face of U.S. challenges
Summary
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Beijing to strengthen their countries' relationship, calling each other "old friends." The meeting took place amidst shared challenges from the United States, and new agreements were made on energy and travel. Both leaders also attended the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit.Key Facts
- Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin met in Beijing to discuss their countries' relations.
- Both leaders addressed each other as "old friend" during the meetings.
- China and Russia are facing challenges from the United States.
- China announced it will allow 30-day visa-free travel for Russian visitors this month.
- The meeting followed a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization in Tianjin.
- Russia and China signed a memorandum for a new natural gas pipeline.
- China continues to trade with Russia despite Western sanctions on Russia.
- The U.S. and EU have placed sanctions on some Chinese companies for helping Russia's military industry.
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