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China's Xi and Russia's Putin reinforce ties in video call
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin praised expanding economic and energy cooperation and agreed to deepen high-tech and nuclear collaboration amid growing global tensions.
- On Wednesday, Chinese leader Xi Jinping held a video call with Russian President Vladimir Putin from the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, agreeing their countries should maintain close ties in a turbulent world.
- Seeking reassurance, Xi and Putin discussed China’s unchanged position on the Ukraine war and a grandiose plan to deepen strategic cooperation, framing talks as a historic opportunity.
- Vladimir Putin highlighted energy, visa and high-tech cooperation, applauding visa-free entry for Russians and saying, `Russia is the leading energy supplier to China, and our energy partnership is mutually beneficial and truly strategic` .
- State media broadcast opening remarks but provided no immediate details, noting the call came after visits by the British and Canadian prime ministers last month.
- China's continued trade with Russia is providing relief from Western economic sanctions, despite European leaders pressing China for years to curb support amid broader energy and tech ties.
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Leaning Left16Leaning Right12Center15Last UpdatedBias Distribution37% Left
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C 35%
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