Chinese President Xi Jinping was welcomed with a grand ceremony at the Kremlin by Russian President Vladimir Putin on his eleventh visit to Russia. The visit coincides with the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, which in Russia is known as Victory Day and is celebrated on May 9.
During the ceremony, the two leaders exchanged warm greetings, emphasizing the “old friendship” between them and the strong alliance between the two countries. Xi described the China-Russia relationship as “stable and resilient,” while Putin called Xi a “dear friend,” writes A2 CNN, referring to international media. Xi emphasized that the development of bilateral relations is a natural continuation of the historical friendship between the two peoples.
Xi is expected to sign several cooperation agreements during the four-day visit, further strengthening the strategic partnership described by both as a "friendship without borders." China has served as an economic supporter for Russia during the war in Ukraine, while the West sees this rapprochement as a challenge to the international order.
During his speeches, Xi denounced “hegemony and unilateralism” in the international arena, a veiled criticism of the US. At the same time, he reiterated Russian support for the “one China” policy, opposing any form of Taiwanese independence.
Xi's visit comes at a time of heightened global tension, with Western leaders concerned about the possibility of China following a pattern similar to Russia's in Ukraine, to take military action against Taiwan. (A2 Televizion)
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