"Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin's Alliance Amid Global Crises"

Russian President Vladimir Putin was honored at a global summit in Beijing hosted by Chinese President Xi Jinping, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). Putin, who rarely leaves Russia due to diplomatic isolation and an ICC arrest warrant over alleged war crimes in Ukraine, was the guest of honor among leaders from over 130 countries. The summit highlighted the close relationship between Putin and Xi, with Putin pledging support for the BRI and praising China's achievements. The event raised concerns about China and Russia forming a bloc to rival the West, as both countries denounce US-led global hegemony and advocate for a multipolar world.