Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a series of meetings in Beijing and Harbin, reaffirming their 'no-limits' partnership amid rising tensions with the West. During the visit, both leaders condemned what they described as aggressive behavior from the United States and pledged to deepen their strategic, economic, and military ties. Putin expressed gratitude to Xi for China's efforts to resolve the Ukrainian conflict and highlighted that 90% of Russia-China trade is now conducted in rubles and yuan, emphasizing the move towards de-dollarization. The two leaders signed a joint statement on deepening their comprehensive strategic partnership and attended the opening ceremony of the China-Russia Years of Culture, celebrating the 75th anniversary of diplomatic ties. In Beijing, they held a restrictive meeting at Zhongnanhai. Putin's visit also included the opening of the 8th Russia-China Expo and the 4th Russian-Chinese Forum on Interregional Cooperation in Harbin, where he visited the Harbin Institute of Technology.
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin Forge Closer Ties in ‘Intense and Meaningful’ Beijing Talks https://t.co/goVj9TOZEt
Putin discussing de-dollarisation in China: - 90% of China-Russia trade is now settled with the Yuan and Ruble. More and more countries are following their lead and ditching the US dollar https://t.co/0lpAceKzrr
President Putin has finished his eventful official visit to China in the city of Harbin. RT correspondent Murad Gazdiev elaborates on the President’s important statements made during his press conference in Harbin https://t.co/8ji2y9LVbQ
Chinese vice president Han Zheng and Russian President Putin attend an opening ceremony of the 8th China-Russia Expo https://t.co/bSQAmkHFrV
Putin and Xi Jingping Declares the End of the Unipolar World as their no limits partnership grows stronger https://t.co/crHWBuKO8c
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday visited Harbin Institute of Technology in northeast China's Heilongjiang Province and met with students and faculty at the university https://t.co/UHcMDvEeAW https://t.co/Wptuq5q0dk
Putin visits Orthodox Church in Harbin during his two-day visit to China https://t.co/VekZWutwK5
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian leader Vladimir Putin pledged to intensify cooperation against US “containment” of their countries, as they warned of growing nuclear tensions between rival powers. Brookings Institution's Angela Stent comments https://t.co/r60fH6WWCw https://t.co/Vte8wOhZda
Putin in China, day 2 | RT correspondent reports from Harbin https://t.co/cdk9deZ1jW
Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded a two-day visit to China on Friday, emphasizing the countries' burgeoning strategic ties as well as his own personal relationship with Chinese leader Xi Jinping as they sought to present an alternative to U.S... https://t.co/yE2gTIuUPO
Putin and Xi Jinping stress their shared perception of threat the US poses to their interests https://t.co/8xNG7KTOrd
#FromTheSouth News Bits | Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Harbin for the second day of his two-day state visit to China. https://t.co/q2J24Xg44K
Putin is typically averse to touch, but he had no issues embracing the Chinese president. https://t.co/1tp5l7gQto
Access Asia - Vladimir Putin's state visit to China: Deepening military and economic ties ➡️ https://t.co/56fFraj21k https://t.co/wdVlQ6nWOU
🇷🇺🇨🇳 What are the major takeaways from Putin's China visit? Russian President Vladimir Putin has concluded his state visit to the People's Republic of China, which took place on May 16 and 17. ◻️ Putin's China trip is his first foreign tour since his March re-election. Chinese… https://t.co/DcpdAl7bL1
President Vladimir Putin went to Harbin to visit a defense institute. President Xi Jinping saw him off with a rare and seemingly deliberate embrace for the cameras. https://t.co/Xh5cWEEcQN
Putin's China visit highlights military ties that worry the West https://t.co/aSVB1Ygm9E
President Putin was guided through the stands and exhibits at the 8th Russia-China Expo in Harbin https://t.co/dYz7XPIASK
This week, Vladimir Putin traveled to China to visit President Xi and reassert their partnership. Putin stated, "90% of all settlements [between Russia and China] are done in ruble and yuan." This visit was followed by a joint statement from the two countries, strongly… https://t.co/R5ZEJAZcp6
President Xi is shown giving Putin a big farewell hug at the conclusion of their state visit in Beijing. Is it true that hugging is uncommon in China? https://t.co/qlPtJNGCRL
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng and Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the opening ceremony of the 8th #China- #Russia Expo in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, on Friday. https://t.co/KMcNQBhYN9 https://t.co/nOAtnp3gnd
Chinese President Xi hugs Putin. Putin was surprised. Note that hugging is not a common practice in traditional Chinese culture. https://t.co/ITSHr43b0v
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng and Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the opening ceremony of the 8th China-Russia Expo in Harbin, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province, on Friday https://t.co/Y3TRq8vWiL https://t.co/BxYBEO1CnO
#WATCH: Putin and Xi share rare hugs, sealing a 'new era of strategic partnership #XiJinping #VladimirPutin #Putin #China #Russia #Hugs #GlobalNews https://t.co/nTaiQhITxy
Putin focuses on trade, cultural exchanges during visit to China’s Harbin after reaffirming ties with Xi https://t.co/x4MlkzvJhP
#Xi, #Putin hail ties as 'stabilising' force in chaotic world https://t.co/gvh39bHO50
Putin and Xi pledge a new era and condemn the United States - Reuters https://t.co/OKiBPGXgPf
❗️ Putin's main statements to the press during his trip to China: ▪️ China is sincerely seeking a solution to the Ukrainian crisis, Xi Jinping spoke about his recent trip to Europe and his position on peace initiatives. ▪️ Russia needs to understand who it can deal with and who… https://t.co/2u2knNcF58
Putin-Xi bromance gets new lease of life https://t.co/WYpY0DCa6G https://t.co/oCKyldG8U8
🔴JUST NOW: PUTIN'S 2nd DAY IN CHINA https://t.co/FzP5g5Rta7
Gallery: After a welcome ceremony in Beijing, Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks with President Xi Jinping and participated in “China-Russia Culture Year” activities. It is Putin’s first overseas trip since his new term in office began. https://t.co/MZFOHt1bUe
Putin’s China Visit Highlights Military Ties That Worry the West #globalrisk https://t.co/HoE9O1asAF
Putin And Xi Exchange Rare Hugs, Cementing Strategic Partnership #Russia #China #Putin #XiJinping https://t.co/AFpkaXHrWV
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in the northeastern Chinese city of Harbin on May 17, 2024, as part of a two-day state visit that included talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. https://t.co/Aa6iFhCOjz
Putin and Xi vow to deepen 'no limits' partnership as Russia advances in Ukraine https://t.co/o4dJLJfKU1
Hugs but not the full socialist-era kiss for Putin, Xi in Beijing https://t.co/s5h3win9sH
❗️ China truly seeks a solution to the Ukrainian crisis, Putin says According to Vladimir Putin, his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping shared details of his recent trip to Europe and his perspective on peace initiatives with him.
WATCH: Putin holds press conference in Harbin, China https://t.co/Z3ZoPrfjqu
#NDTVWorld | Putin And Xi Exchange Rare Hugs, Cementing Strategic Partnership https://t.co/fLiu5xoHkg https://t.co/iseGGcKxtf
Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping share a hug, as the Russian president continues his visit to China The two leaders pledged to intensify cooperation on Putin's first foreign trip since starting his fifth term https://t.co/MQ2ahD5XWf https://t.co/5FBFblca31
Crazy to see Xi hug Putin. He is sending a strong signal to the US. https://t.co/DT8aKyONPX
Vladimir Putin speaks at the VIII Russian-Chinese EXPO and the IV Russian-Chinese Forum on Interregional Cooperation Statements by the Russian leader: — ️Harbin is impressive, this is my first time here, it is a modern, beautiful and dynamic metropolis, but original and with a… https://t.co/NnlEtgYVrO
HAPPENING NOW: Putin speaks at Harbin Polytechnic University in China https://t.co/Xtd0N6ZumS
HAPPENING NOW: Putin speaks at Harbin university in China https://t.co/Xtd0N6ZumS
A vaunted 'new era' of strategic partnership between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his counterpart Xi Jinping that begun in Beijing on Thursday may not exactly have been sealed with a kiss, but it did lead to rare hugs between them https://t.co/apwBWRrM5S
⚠️ HUGS BUT NOT THE FULL SOCIALIST-ERA KISS FOR PUTIN, XI IN BEIJING Full Story → https://t.co/ZuPcv2ZWo4 A vaunted 'new era' of strategic partnership between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his counterpart Xi Jinping begun in Beijing on Thursday may not exactly have… https://t.co/fNqA5QmRN2
Putin visits China's 'Little Moscow' as allies discuss trade https://t.co/3u5JBkP4Fp
Putin highlights trade and cultural ties in Harbin amid strengthened partnership with Xi https://t.co/aMRqnbAo0l https://t.co/aJ6mtFHejt
After sealing pledges of a “new era” of strategic partnership with #China’s Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir #Putin is set to highlight the growing importance of trade near the Russian border in China’s northeast. https://t.co/opg4qlatpz
🇷🇺🇨🇳 Xi and Putin hug … strong signal geopolitically. https://t.co/TJprv7Etfa https://t.co/le7MvXcm2H
“One small hug for man, one giant allegiance for geopolitics.” President Xi Jinping hugs Russian President Vladimir Putin. Russia-China entering a new orbit of multipolar world. https://t.co/ULQ9fMIXr7
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed their "no-limit" partnership, criticised US policy, and pledged stronger economic and military ties during Putin's state visit to China. https://t.co/pIYj6CnhVl
We have spoken for years about their personal relationship. Note how when Putin was departing Beijing, Xi embraced him in a very public display of affection. This is highly uncommon in Chinese culture and society and certainly not by a Chinese leader. The bond between these… https://t.co/Udv1fak03E
Putin focuses on trade and cultural exchanges in Harbin, China, after reaffirming ties with Xi https://t.co/FYfGNze5jd
LIVE NOW: Putin speaks at opening ceremony of 8th Russia-China Expo in Harbin https://t.co/kDS4qDuUPb
#XiJinping holds restrictive meeting with Putin at Zhongnanhai in Beijing https://t.co/TyI3qurPTw
Putin in Harbin | Opening ceremony of 8th Russia-China Expo https://t.co/kDS4qDuUPb
Putin in Habrin | Opening ceremony of 8th Russia-China Expo https://t.co/kDS4qDuUPb
Putin in Habrin | Opening ceremony of 8th Russia-China Expo and 4th forum on inter-regional cooperation https://t.co/kDS4qDuUPb
Putin to push growing Moscow-Beijing trade in China's northeast https://t.co/DQZsKEDggg
VLADIMIR PUTIN🇷🇺 & XI JINPING🇨🇳 CONDEMN THE UNITED STATES : “The parties note the growing dynamics of ongoing global changes, the strengthening of positions and the growth of real capabilities of the states of the Global South and regional leading countries. The contours of a… https://t.co/xn44cNlWLT
It is indeed incredibly uncommon to hug in Chinese culture, especially for senior officials, which is why you can see Putin is taken aback at first. https://t.co/ZYjHVxFl6D
Putin and Xi pledge a new era and condemn the United States https://t.co/foTweLtpD3
In a very rare move, Xi hugged Putin goodbye. This is highly symbolical and indicative of a deepening alliance between China & Russia. There is no chance the US can successfully pressure China to cut Russia off. The alliance is clearly solid. https://t.co/AQ33y6J3ZV
Putin and Xi visit China’s ‘Little Moscow’ as allies seek to cement economic ties – follow live updates https://t.co/J2OJnzDLWS
Hitting back at US, Vladimir Putin-Xi Jinping usher in 'new era' of partnership #VladimirPutin #XiJinping #China #Russia https://t.co/z2niM3lkJH
What is Putin and Xi's 'new era' strategic partnership? https://t.co/uHhQdqbafA
After sealing pledges of a ‘new era’ of strategic partnership with China's Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to highlight the growing importance of trade near the Russian border in China's northeast https://t.co/YODBv6QOqA
President Putin Heads to Harbin for Day 2 of Official China Visit https://t.co/zWPlH7axIb
Chinese people don’t hug. It’s not in our culture. The fact that Xi went out of his way to offer a hug to Putin, surrounded by cameras, is a gesture—and a message to the West—that China will go out of its way to help Russia and considers it to be not just a friend but a brother. https://t.co/Lxf1iCuDhC
Beijing and Moscow pledged on Thursday to intensify their comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for the new era as President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a joint statement in Beijing highlighting the countries' commitment to enhancing… https://t.co/RRBJhrITnY
You know it crushes Biden’s aspirations for China to abandon Russia and become a vassal to the west when Xi Jinping offers a massive hug to Putin. This just happened. https://t.co/jbv6PmUoQE
If you know Chinese culture, hugging is not common, especially by the heads of state. This farewell between Xi and Putin after his visit to China is extraordinary. https://t.co/oeuW0Z68Q1
2 points worth noting 🇨🇳🇷🇺 1️⃣Xi hugged Putin for a goodbye, the first time I’ve ever seen this. 2️⃣Neither of them was wearing a tie. These only happen between people who are very very very close. https://t.co/ANTAOc8DY8
Russian President Vladimir #Putin met with Chinese communist leader #XiJinping, reaffirming their “no limit” partnership amid increasing pressure from the United States and European Union. https://t.co/ipWJ9DKjsl
Chinese President Xi Jinping held a restrictive meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday at Zhongnanhai in Beijing, during which they had in-depth exchanges on strategic issues of common concern https://t.co/k7ahyR3HtY https://t.co/pMilJJ8k5B
Xi, Putin hold talks in Beijing, charting course for enhanced ties https://t.co/kH2hhKp8fa #XinhuaHeadlines https://t.co/OUELPfXQis
#VladimirPutin and #XiJinping reaffirm their partnership amid rising tensions with the West, criticising U.S. foreign policy and alliances https://t.co/RY7Hwfwzeb #Russia #China
A Chinese person not only hugging, but initiating a hug! 😲 Putin is practically a family member at this point. 😍 https://t.co/A3FgndD84u
CHINESE PRESIDENT XI JINPING HELD RESTRICTIVE MEETING WITH RUSSIAN PRESIDENT VLADIMIR PUTIN ON THURSDAY AT ZHONGNANHAI IN BEIJING - XINHUA
President Xi Jinping joined his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Beijing on Thursday, in a high-profile meeting that saw the two sides agreed to an “all-round development” of their “comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era.” https://t.co/Z0ZRjC24Dl
China and Russia’s presidents have signed a joint statement on deepening the strategic partnership between Beijing and Moscow. https://t.co/eDwxKVIWak
#XiJinping, #VladimirPutin hold talks in Beijing to discuss future strategic ties https://t.co/NA6XJD3KKR
Russia-China trade | 90% of settlements are done in ruble and yuan – Putin Details: https://t.co/Ov9Za2ulB8 https://t.co/eB0WyKm1jO
🇨🇳🇷🇺 “On behalf of the entire city, let me warmly welcome you” Vladimir Putin arrived in Harbin, where he will host the second day of his visit to China - the opening of the eighth Russian-Chinese EXPO and the fourth Russian-Chinese forum on interregional cooperation https://t.co/FRsmuRKqdw
Putin, on Beijing visit, seeks to deepen ‘strategic’ ties to challenge U.S. https://t.co/4zvRbhd2Jo https://t.co/EtD0Uhsx5F
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a day of talks Thursday in Beijing with Chinese President Xi Jinping, in a visit meant to forge closer strategic ties and portray the United States as an aggressive Cold War hegemon attempting to destabilize the world. https://t.co/Pn1TW3fEwc
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Harbin, China, where he will open the 8th Russian-Chinese EXPO and the 4th Russian-Chinese Forum on Interregional Cooperation. https://t.co/XwEIXAZ9Vo
Welcoming Vladimir Putin in Harbin, China https://t.co/qcMt5T7qTX
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin presented a united front against what they cast as increasing US aggression. The two leaders pledged to deepen already close defense and military ties between the two countries https://t.co/6xjJaXsTYx https://t.co/0mLeSiBkn2
Putin, on Beijing visit, seeks to deepen 'strategic' ties to challenge U.S. https://t.co/dsnWYPMthm
Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked Chinese leader Xi Jinping Thursday for China’s proposals on ending the war in Ukraine, which have been rejected by Ukraine and its Western supporters as largely following the Kremlin’s line. https://t.co/v2xSKcfWsU
Putin and Xi pledge a new era and condemn the United States https://t.co/rBGSO4QqbO One might call it a "new world order" 😉
Xi and Putin pledge closer ties, condemn U.S. https://t.co/u4x0wO9tP2
Xi, Putin hail ties as 'stabilising' force in chaotic world https://t.co/y3jxnhIdrm
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned what they cast as increasingly aggressive US behavior, and pledged to deepen their countries' already close defense and military ties https://t.co/6xjJaXsTYx https://t.co/YQEvB7zzu9
Putin and Xi pledge deeper co-operation and accuse US of undermining global stability https://t.co/8RHMuSu9wD
Chinese President Xi Jinping held a restrictive meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday at Zhongnanhai in Beijing.
📽️ WATCH - PUTIN AND XI PLEDGE A NEW ERA AND CONDEMN THE UNITED STATES Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin condemned what they cast as increasingly aggressive U.S. behavior on Thursday (May 16) and pledged to deepen their countries' already close… https://t.co/zr6vJyPMWS
Xi and Putin hold informal meeting at Zhongnanhai residence https://t.co/HY7cKkRtkt
Chinese President Xi Jinping held a restrictive meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday at Zhongnanhai in Beijing. #XiJinping https://t.co/cI7v2wPco8 https://t.co/HTTIpRy85N
Putin and Xi condemn U.S., agree to strengthen Russia-China strategic ties https://t.co/xnP4FlS2dF
As Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping look to cement ties between their countries “for generations to come,” Putin will travel to China's Harbin, a city rich in historical connections to Russia and practical links to China’s defense sector. https://t.co/e4qCXj5NZA
⚠️ FACTBOX-TOP TAKEAWAYS FROM PUTIN'S TRIP TO CHINA Full Story → https://t.co/Nojevtw7Xh Russian President Vladimir Putin made a state visit to China on Thursday where he was greeted by China's Xi Jinping. https://t.co/wGIn1wkDqa
At a summit with China’s leader, in Beijing, Vladimir Putin called for stronger economic ties between the countries, as he intensifies his war effort. https://t.co/brdaqet96S
Russia's Vladimir Putin said his country's ties with China have a "stabilizing" effect on the world, while Chinese President Xi called them "conducive" to global peace. https://t.co/ak1tppJ8Uf
Chinese President Xi Jinping held a restrictive meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday at Zhongnanhai in Beijing https://t.co/UE7FOTOWa8 https://t.co/6ZX4ZPH4Bv
Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked Chinese leader Xi Jinping for efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict at a Beijing summit Thursday, where the two leaders reaffirmed a "no-limits" partnership that has grown deeper as both countries face... https://t.co/eBqd6eoYMx
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin hit out at US in China-Russia show of solidarity https://t.co/BCeU88Laxl
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the opening ceremony of the China-Russia Years of Culture and a special concert celebrating the 75th anniversary of China-Russia diplomatic ties on Thursday in Beijing. Full story: https://t.co/GwgTDkVr1M https://t.co/xQgjZMzzsI
Putin, Xi Alliance Strengthens with ‘No Limits’ Partnership https://t.co/7jGx7irMBs
President #XiJinping: China-Russia Years of Culture will inject new impetus into the friendship https://t.co/XmZ6WCGYDX
Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked Chinese leader Xi Jinping for his effort to resolve the Ukraine conflict at a Beijing summit, where the two leaders reaffirmed a “no-limits” partnership. https://t.co/1aMFsAfLpE
‼️ Russia and China have announced plans to deepen their military and economic ties, reflecting a strategic partnership aimed at challenging the U.S.-led global order. This alliance is underscored by the close personal relationship between Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir…
'Putin noted that 90% of trade between Russia and China was settled in yuan and rubles. "This means we can say our trade and investments are effectively safeguarded from the influence of third countries."' https://t.co/JOjEfBPAJu
In an overt snub to U.S. officials, Putin and Xi pledged today to strengthen strategic ties between Russia and China and condemned what they claimed was aggressive behavior from the U.S. https://t.co/DFJzILRd8Y
Putin arrives in China to deepen strategic ties with Xi #globalrisk https://t.co/qhXEBfq5lZ
'Brothers Forever': Putin, Xi Agree That Deepened Ties Project Stability Against West's 'Unilateral Hegemony' https://t.co/t1EDifNvC4
What to know about Vladimir Putin's visit to China https://t.co/XArGMAzcQa
Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, have met in Beijing. NHK World correspondents weigh in on the summit and wider implications. https://t.co/bktMW3xgM7
President Xi Jinping noted that Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China speaks to the great importance Russia attaches to its relationship with the Asian nation. https://t.co/KxAFqPKnVz
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the opening ceremony of the #China-#Russia Years of Culture and a special concert celebrating the 75th anniversary of China-Russia diplomatic ties on Thursday in Beijing.
During a state visit to Beijing, Russian President Putin said he is grateful to China for trying to resolve the Ukrainian conflict. He also said that Russia is advancing "on all fronts" in Ukraine. https://t.co/lrwFl6cwVc
China's President #XiJinping and his Russian counterpart #VladimirPutin signed and issued a joint statement on deepening #China-#Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era in Beijing. Both leaders pledged to deepen their strategic partnership. https://t.co/PENCpISnsA
90% of all Russia-China trade are now conducted in Ruble and Yuan. De-dollarization is not only possible but a strategic imperative. It saves money and protects sovereignty. President Putin and President Xi Jinping in Beijing today. https://t.co/Y5t1zP6LhC
Vladimir Putin met with Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday, as Moscow and Beijing deepen financial and trade ties. https://t.co/3yc5fBtDa0
NEW: Xi, Putin hail ties as ‘stabilising’ force in chaotic world https://t.co/NOO2cYOI5s
Vladimir Putin thanked Chinese leader Xi Jinping for his efforts to resolve the war in Ukraine on Thursday, as the two leaders reaffirmed a "no-limits" partnership that has grown as both countries face rising tension with the West. https://t.co/wiYCLZNilI https://t.co/BKbimTeAjy