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There was no question of the close alignment between Putin and Xi in Beijing

Vladimir Putin president of Russia (1999–2008, 2012–present) Xi Jinping General Secretary of the Chinese Communist Party since 2012
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In Beijing, Xi and Putin left no question of their close alignment in a divided world

Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin’s meeting in Beijing on Thursday left no question of how closely the Chinese and Russian leaders are aligned in their vision for the world – and on bolstering the “powerful driving force” of their autocratic double act.

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Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping: No longer a partnership of equals

Vladimir Putin’s visit to China was a show of strength, but in reality he needs Beijing's support for his war in Ukraine.

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