China's Xi arrives in Moscow in show of support for Putin after Ukrainian drones target capital

Chinese President Xi Jinping visits Russia for ‘Victory Day’ celebration

MOSCOW, May 9, 2025 (UPI) — Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russian President Vladimir Putin Thursday in Moscow as a contingent of world leaders come to Russia as it celebrates the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. Xi met with Putin for about four hours of talks that he described as “in-depth, friendly and fruitful,” as Putin called him a “dear friend” and praised the talks as “warm and substantive.” “History and reality have fu…

DECRYPTAGE - In full commercial arm with the White House, the Chinese president deepens his partnership with Vladimir Putin.

On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, China's President Xi Jinping has travelled to Moscow. In talks with Putin, he reaffirms the close partnership with Russia.

Xi in Moscow: China's role in Russia's economic survival

China made a deal to buy Russian oil and gas after Europe cut supplies during the Ukraine war. As China takes a major hit from Trump's tariffs, Beijing's ties with the Kremlin increasingly intertwine.

On the eve of the 9-May ceremonies, placed under high security in Moscow, the Chinese leader began a four-day state visit to Russia. And multiply gestures and statements in favour of the Kremlin.

Russia's President Putin and China's President Xi are acknowledging their state visit to Moscow. Xi announces a "lower strategic cooperation," Putin equals "a series of agreements."