
Beijing hosts Putin-Xi talks as Trump’s China visit shadows diplomacy
Putin travels to Beijing for a two-day state visit to meet Xi Jinping, aiming to deepen Russia–China ties in the wake of Donald Trump’s trip to China. The live coverage highlights Russia’s growing dependence on Beijing amid Western sanctions, the potential for energy and trade deals (including a possible Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline), and Beijing’s careful balancing act over Ukraine and Western relations as both leaders seek stability in a shifting geopolitical landscape.








