Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin Strengthen Ties During State Visit to Moscow

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held informal talks in Moscow on Monday, the first day of Xi’s state visit. The two leaders discussed a range of topics, including the war in Ukraine, and Xi invited Putin to visit China later this year.

The second day of the visit began with the news that Xi had invited Putin to visit China. Putin said he had “carefully studied” China’s recent proposal for ending the war in Ukraine. The two leaders will hold a second round of talks in the afternoon, followed by a ceremony for signing joint agreements and a state dinner.

The visit has been met with skepticism from Western allies, with the US saying it provides “diplomatic cover” for Moscow. However, the two leaders have expressed a desire to strengthen their relationship and build closer ties.

The talks between the two countries come at a time of increased tensions between Russia and the West, and the visit is seen as an important step in strengthening ties between the two countries. It is expected that the talks will result in a number of agreements between the two countries, and will help to further improve relations between China and Russia.