Xi and Putin meet to reaffirm China-Russia ties days after Trump's visit
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Beijing to strengthen their bilateral ties shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump's visit to China. The leaders discussed energy, security, and signed cooperation agreements, emphasizing their strategic partnership. This meeting highlights China's growing influence as a superpower and its commitment to maintaining strong relations with Russia amidst Western sanctions.
- ▪Xi Jinping welcomed Vladimir Putin in a ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
- ▪The two leaders discussed energy and security and signed cooperation agreements.
- ▪China has become Russia's top trading partner following the invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
6 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 33 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 3 lean left, 2 centre.
- ▪ Xi and Putin meet to reaffirm China-Russia ties days after Trump’s visit — ABC News — Top
- ▪ Putin and Xi reaffirm 'unyielding' ties days after Trump visit — Le Monde (EN)
- ▪ Xi and Putin meet to reaffirm China-Russia ties days after Trump’s visit to Beijing — ABC News — International
- ▪ Live: Xi hosts Putin in China days after Trump state visit — ABC News (Australia)
- ▪ Putin heads to Beijing days after Trump in test of China's balancing act — CNBC — Top
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Asia Xi and Putin meet to reaffirm China-Russia ties days after Trump's visit May 20, 20261:26 AM ET By The Associated Press Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, and Chinese President Xi Jinping inspect an honor guard during a welcoming ceremony at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Maxim Shemetov/Pool Reuters hide caption toggle caption Maxim Shemetov/Pool Reuters BEIJING — Chinese leader Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing on Wednesday in a meeting meant to reaffirm ties and that takes place only days after a visit by U.S. President Donald Trump to China. U.S. vs. China: Inside a great power rivalry Key takeaways from Trump's China trip Xi welcomed Putin with a ceremony at the Great Hall of the People.
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