China and Russia strengthen ties following US Presidents Beijing visit

May 20, 2026 • Al Jazeera

China and Russia strengthen ties following US Presidents Beijing visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin Visits China Amid Strengthening Ties

In a move that underscores the growing strategic partnership between Russia and China, Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on [date] for a high-level summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping.

The visit comes just days after US President Donald Trump’s recent trip to Beijing, where he met with Xi Jinping. The timing of Putin’s visit has sparked speculation about the extent of the China-Russia alliance and its implications for global politics.

According to sources, the two-day summit is expected to focus on key areas of cooperation between Russia and China, including energy, trade, and security. The talks are also likely to cover regional issues, such as the Ukraine conflict and the US-China trade tensions.

Putin’s visit marks a significant development in the already strengthening ties between Russia and China. The two nations have been expanding their economic and strategic partnerships in recent years, with cooperation on major projects such as energy pipelines and infrastructure development.

The summit is seen as an opportunity for both leaders to reaffirm their commitment to the partnership and explore new areas of collaboration. The visit also comes at a time when tensions between Russia and the West are running high, making Putin’s meeting with Xi Jinping a significant event in global politics.

Details of the talks and agreements reached during the summit have not been made public yet.

Source: Al Jazeera