Putin to Strengthen Relations with China After Trump's Visit
In the wake of US President Donald Trump's recent visit to China, Russian President Vladimir Putin is poised to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing to bolster bilateral ties.
Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit Beijing on May 19, 2026, for discussions aimed at reinforcing the relationship between Russia and China.
This meeting follows a significant visit by US President Donald Trump to China, highlighting the ongoing dynamics in international diplomacy.
During the talks, both leaders are expected to emphasize the strength of their nations' ties, particularly in the context of energy cooperation.
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Update at 06:24 UTC on 2026-05-20
Reuters Energy reported China's Xi, Russia's Putin praise ties at Beijing talks; energy in focus Reuters. NPR News reported Chinese leader Xi Jinping welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing on Wednesday in a meeting meant to reaffirm ties and that takes place only days after a visit by President Donald Trump. France 24 reported Chinese President Xi Jinping on Wednesday welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin in Beijing at the start of a visit focused on energy security. While Xi hailed his country's "unyielding" ties with Russia, Putin praised the "unprecedented. Additional matching coverage came from 4 more sources.
Sources: Reuters Energy, NPR News, France 24, Le Monde, Financial Times, EuroNews, DW News