The Xi-Putin summit wasn't really about Ukraine. But it has major implications for Russia's war.
1 year, 9 months ago

The Xi-Putin summit wasn't really about Ukraine. But it has major implications for Russia's war.

Slate  

The two-day summit between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping seemed to be, from start to finish, an escapade of pomp and circumstance, sound and fury, signifying … well, not quite nothing, but much less than many had hoped or feared. Putin was hoping that Xi would come to Russia’s aid in its war on Ukraine and shower its army with modern working weapons, as the West has done for Kyiv. However, this passage does conclude with a pragmatic and somewhat worrisome statement : “Russia needs a prosperous and stable China, and China needs a strong and successful Russia.” The wording is intriguingly precise. What China needs out of this relationship is a Russia that’s “strong and successful” enough to keep the U.S. preoccupied with Europe and thus less attentive in its efforts to contain China in Asia. But if one reason for the sanctions against Russia was to weaken Putin’s ability to sustain the war, then China’s economic assistance—even if coupled with no military aid beyond, maybe, a small number of drones—will help shore up Putin and keep the Russian army fighting.

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Trump calls on China to help end ‘madness’ between Russia and Ukraine: ‘World is waiting’
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Trump calls on China to help end ‘madness’ between Russia and Ukraine: ‘World is waiting’

The Independent  

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Putin Sets Stage for BRICS Expansion, Seeking Counterbalance to West's Influence
2 months ago

Putin Sets Stage for BRICS Expansion, Seeking Counterbalance to West's Influence

Associated Press  

Russian President Vladimir Putin presided over a closing session of the BRICS summit, highlighting the bloc's role as a counterbalance to the West. The summit focused on deepening financial cooperation, exploring alternatives to Western-dominated payment systems, and settling regional conflicts. Russia emphasized its commitment to enhancing financial cooperation within BRICS and voiced concern about the disruptive effect of unlawful unilateral …

Putin blasts the West at 36-nation summit meant to expand Russia’s global clout
2 months ago

Putin blasts the West at 36-nation summit meant to expand Russia’s global clout

LA Times  

Chinese President Xi Jinping, left, and Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, speak at the BRICS summit in Kazan, Russia, on Thursday. Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday closed a summit of the BRICS bloc of developing economies, praising its role as a counterbalance to what he called the West’s “perverse methods.” The three-day summit in the city of Kazan was …

Uphold global vision to resolve Ukraine crisis: China Daily editorial
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Uphold global vision to resolve Ukraine crisis: China Daily editorial

China Daily  

Foreign Minister Wang Yi made China's pro-peace stance on the Russia-Ukraine conflict unequivocally clear through a series of bilateral and multilateral meetings he held with foreign leaders and officials on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York over the past week. In the meetings, the foreign leaders and officials of other peace-loving …

China willing to maintain stable development of bilateral ties with Ukraine: Chinese FM
2 months, 4 weeks ago

China willing to maintain stable development of bilateral ties with Ukraine: Chinese FM

China Daily  

NEW YORK -- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here on Wednesday that China is willing to work together with Ukraine to maintain the momentum of stable development in bilateral relations. During his meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha on the sidelines of the 79th Session of the UN General Assembly, Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau …

Putin meets China’s Premier Li as Moscow and Beijing deepen their relations
4 months ago

Putin meets China’s Premier Li as Moscow and Beijing deepen their relations

The Hindu  

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday, hailing growing trade relations as Moscow becomes increasingly dependent on Beijing for political and economic support. “Chinese-Russian relations are at an unprecedentedly high level," said Mr. Li, who earlier had met with his Russian counterpart, Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin. After Western countries imposed heavy sanctions on Russian oil …

Moscow talks highlight China-Russia bilateral benefits
4 months ago

Moscow talks highlight China-Russia bilateral benefits

China Daily  

Premier Li Qiang met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow on Wednesday, saying that the steady development of bilateral ties not only meets the fundamental interests of both sides, but also contributes to regional and world peace, stability and prosperity. Li told Putin that Beijing is ready to work with Moscow to implement the consensus reached by the heads …

Putin celebrates deepening ties with Beijing as Chinese premier visits
4 months ago

Putin celebrates deepening ties with Beijing as Chinese premier visits

The Telegraph  

Russian President Vladimir Putin and China’s premier Li Qiang have celebrated their deepening political and economic ties in the face of growing friction with the West over the grinding war in Ukraine. Trade relations were “developing successfully” and “yielding results,” Mr Putin told Mr Li, who visited the Kremlin on Wednesday as part of a four-day trip by a senior …

China Premier Meets Putin, Vows More Cooperation With Russia
4 months ago

China Premier Meets Putin, Vows More Cooperation With Russia

Live Mint  

Chinese Premier Li Qiang told Russian President Vladimir Putin that relations between the two countries “benefit regional and even world peace, stability and prosperity.” President Xi Jinping’s government is willing to explore cooperation opportunities in emerging fields with Moscow, while consolidating their partnership in traditional areas, Li said during his meeting with Putin in the Kremlin Wednesday, according to a …

Putin meets China's No. 2 as Moscow-Beijing relations deepen
4 months ago

Putin meets China's No. 2 as Moscow-Beijing relations deepen

The Independent  

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Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive role in promoting peace, says Ukrainian FM
5 months ago

Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive role in promoting peace, says Ukrainian FM

China Daily  

GUANGZHOU - Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive and constructive role in promoting peace and maintaining international order, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said here on Wednesday during his talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. According to a press release on China-Ukraine foreign ministers' talks, Kuleba said the Ukrainian side attaches importance to China's opinions and has carefully studied six …

Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive role in promoting peace, says Ukrainian FM
5 months ago

Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive role in promoting peace, says Ukrainian FM

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-07-24 16:46 GUANGZHOU - Ukraine highly appreciates China's positive and constructive role in promoting peace and maintaining international order, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said here on Wednesday during his talks with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. According to a press release on China-Ukraine foreign ministers' talks, Kuleba said the Ukrainian side attaches importance to China's opinions …

China & Russia threaten NATO after calls for Ukraine 'disappearance'
5 months, 1 week ago

China & Russia threaten NATO after calls for Ukraine 'disappearance'

Daily Mail  

China and Russia have both threatened NATO against 'provoking confrontation' over the bloc's claims that Xi Jingping's nation holds a key role in Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. NATO leaders said in a declaration at their summit in Washington on Wednesday that China had 'become a decisive enabler of Russia's war against Ukraine', adding that Beijing's 'so-called 'no limits' partnership' and …

China and Russia threaten NATO: Putin crony calls for the 'disappearance' of Ukraine and the alliance as Beijing warns the Western military group is 'provoking confrontation'
5 months, 1 week ago

China and Russia threaten NATO: Putin crony calls for the 'disappearance' of Ukraine and the alliance as Beijing warns the Western military group is 'provoking confrontation'

Daily Mail  

China and Russia have both threatened NATO against 'provoking confrontation' over the bloc's claims that Xi Jingping's nation holds a key role in Moscow's invasion of Ukraine. NATO leaders said in a declaration at their summit in Washington on Wednesday that China had 'become a decisive enabler of Russia's war against Ukraine', adding that Beijing's 'so-called 'no limits' partnership' and …

NATO expresses concern over deepening Russia-China ties
5 months, 1 week ago

NATO expresses concern over deepening Russia-China ties

The Hindu  

NATO has voiced profound concern over China's deepening relationship with Russia and accused Beijing of becoming a "decisive enabler" of Russia's war against Ukraine through its so-called “no limits” partnership with the country. The deepening strategic partnership between Russia and the PRC and their mutually reinforcing attempts to undercut and reshape the rules-based international order are a cause for profound …

Political resolution of Ukraine crisis urged
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Political resolution of Ukraine crisis urged

China Daily  

President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Monday during their meeting at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing. FENG YONGBIN/CHINA DAILY President Xi Jinping said on Monday that a political settlement of the Ukraine crisis and an early ceasefire are in the best interest of all parties, and urged the international community to create conditions …

Political resolution of Ukraine crisis urged
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Political resolution of Ukraine crisis urged

China Daily  

President Xi Jinping shakes hands with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Monday during their meeting at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing. FENG YONGBIN/CHINA DAILY President Xi Jinping said on Monday that a political settlement of the Ukraine crisis and an early ceasefire are in the best interest of all parties, and urged the international community to create conditions …

Putin and Xi hail ‘stability’ of China-Russia partnership on SCO sidelines
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Putin and Xi hail ‘stability’ of China-Russia partnership on SCO sidelines

Al Jazeera  

The duo founded central Asian security summit as counterpoint to Western might and have strengthened ties since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have hailed their country’s “partnership” on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, a regional security bloc founded by the duo as a counterpoint to Western might. The Turkish …

Ukraine summit paves way for peace talks with Russia
6 months, 1 week ago

Ukraine summit paves way for peace talks with Russia

New Indian Express  

BURGENSTOCK: Dozens of countries meeting for a landmark international summit on peace in Ukraine agreed Sunday that Kyiv should enter dialogue with Russia on ending the war while strongly supporting Ukraine's independence and territorial integrity. Kremlin reiterates Putin call The summit focused Sunday on food security, avoiding a nuclear disaster and returning deported children from Russia as countries outlined building …

Russia, China absent as world leaders meet for Ukraine peace conference
6 months, 1 week ago

Russia, China absent as world leaders meet for Ukraine peace conference

Al Jazeera  

China’s non-participation in Switzerland summit raises questions over point of event, which Russia dismissed as ‘futile’. “I must also note that this summit could have been more result-oriented if the other party to the conflict, Russia, was present in the room,” Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said at the summit. Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud …

A peace summit for Ukraine opens in Switzerland, but Russia won't be taking part
6 months, 1 week ago

A peace summit for Ukraine opens in Switzerland, but Russia won't be taking part

The Independent  

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Putin's visit to China cements ties
7 months, 1 week ago

Putin's visit to China cements ties

China Daily  

Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting China at the invitation of President Xi Jinping on Thursday and Friday. It has become customary for the two heads of state to make exchange visits, with the Chinese leader visiting Russia one year, and the Russian leader visiting China the following year. The visit is particularly significant as this year marks the 75th …

'Russians and Chinese are brothers forever': Putin as he concludes two-day visit to China
7 months, 1 week ago

'Russians and Chinese are brothers forever': Putin as he concludes two-day visit to China

India TV News  

Beijing: Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin pledged a "new era" of partnership between the two most powerful rivals of the United States, as the latter concluded his two-day official visit to China. Putin's visit to China Putin landed in China's national capital, Beijing, on Wednesday to meet his "dear friend" Xi Jinping whom he greeted grandly with …

China-Russia relations only promote peace
7 months, 1 week ago

China-Russia relations only promote peace

China Daily  

Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China, which concluded on Friday, was filled with important symbolism and messages, with the two sides releasing a joint statement saying they would further strengthen their comprehensive strategic partnership in the new era and advocate for democratization of international relations. However, to fulfill their narrow geopolitical goals, which include weakening Russia, curbing China's development …

Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin pledge closer ties, discuss 'political solution' to war in Ukraine
7 months, 1 week ago

Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin pledge closer ties, discuss 'political solution' to war in Ukraine

ABC  

In short: Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin have condemned what they cast as aggressive US behaviour and pledged to deepen defence and military ties between China and Russia. Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have condemned what they cast as increasingly aggressive US behaviour and pledged to deepen their countries' already close defence and military ties. Mr …

Putin and Xi Jinping claim their ‘unprecedented partnership’ is a stabilising influence at Beijing talks
7 months, 1 week ago

Putin and Xi Jinping claim their ‘unprecedented partnership’ is a stabilising influence at Beijing talks

The Independent  

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Putin arrives in China seeking greater support for war effort
7 months, 1 week ago

Putin arrives in China seeking greater support for war effort

Deccan Chronicle  

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in China on Thursday to meet with counterpart Xi Jinping seeking greater support from Beijing for his war effort in Ukraine and his isolated economy.This is Putin's first trip abroad since his March re-election and the second in just over six months to China, an economic lifeline for Russia after the West hit it with …

Sino-Russian ties in the new era benefit global peace
7 months, 1 week ago

Sino-Russian ties in the new era benefit global peace

China Daily  

Li Min/China Daily Russian President Vladimir Putin's ongoing visit to China has garnered global attention. As the Russia-Ukraine conflict has entered its third year, it's no surprise that the United States and the European Union persist on "urging" China to "persuade" Russia to help resolve the crisis. In fact, it made clear its position on the Russia-Ukraine conflict in a …

In talks with Putin amid Ukraine war, Xi calls Russia-China ties a ‘strong driving force’
7 months, 1 week ago

In talks with Putin amid Ukraine war, Xi calls Russia-China ties a ‘strong driving force’

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin, left, and Chinese President Xi Jinping appear together before their talks in Beijing on Thursday. “The generational friendship and comprehensive cooperation between China and Russia have formed a strong driving force that allows us to move forward without fear of wind and rain.” Putin’s two-day visit, his first international trip since starting his unprecedented fifth term …

Putin arrives in China to deepen strategic partnership with Xi Jinping amid rising tensions over Ukraine
7 months, 1 week ago

Putin arrives in China to deepen strategic partnership with Xi Jinping amid rising tensions over Ukraine

India TV News  

Beijing: Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in China on Tuesday for a two-day state visit for talks with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping that Kremlin hopes will deepen a strategic partnership between the two most powerful geopolitical rivals of the United States. China has backed Russia's claim that President Vladimir Putin launched his assault on Ukraine in 2022 because of …

Sino-Russian ties in the new era benefit global peace
7 months, 1 week ago

Sino-Russian ties in the new era benefit global peace

China Daily  

Li Min/China Daily Russian President Vladimir Putin's ongoing visit to China has garnered global attention. As the Russia-Ukraine conflict has entered its third year, it's no surprise that the United States and the European Union persist on "urging" China to "persuade" Russia to help resolve the crisis. In fact, it made clear its position on the Russia-Ukraine conflict in a …

Russia's Putin expresses gratitude to China's Xi for Ukraine peace plan
7 months, 1 week ago

Russia's Putin expresses gratitude to China's Xi for Ukraine peace plan

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Thursday reaffirmed their “no-limits” partnership that has deepened as both countries face rising tensions with the West, and they criticized U.S. military alliances in Asia and the Pacific region. China also gave a rhetorical nod to Russia’s narrative about Nazism in Ukraine, with a joint statement Thursday that …

‘Genuine desire’: Putin backs China peace plan to end Ukraine war
7 months, 1 week ago

‘Genuine desire’: Putin backs China peace plan to end Ukraine war

Al Jazeera  

Isolated Putin is to meet Xi to rally support for war, but cautious China is wary of punitive measures from the West. President Vladimir Putin has signalled approval of China’s plan as a “genuine desire” to end the war in Ukraine as he travels to Beijing to shore up support from his vital international partner. In an interview with China’s …

What do Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping want from each other?
7 months, 1 week ago

What do Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping want from each other?

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, and Chinese President Xi Jinping during a Beijing visit six years ago. As the Economist magazine put it after the visit was announced: “Vladimir Putin will meet his big brother in Beijing.” Despite inherent lopsidedness in their dealings — China is Russia’s principal trade partner, while Beijing’s largest export market is the United States — …

'They truly understand...': Putin backs China's peace plan for Ukraine ahead of Beijing visit
7 months, 1 week ago

'They truly understand...': Putin backs China's peace plan for Ukraine ahead of Beijing visit

India TV News  

Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed support for its ally China's plan for a peaceful settlement of the Ukraine conflict, saying Beijing had a full understanding of what lay behind the crisis. In his interview with Xinhua news agency published on Wednesday, Putin said China clearly understands "the roots of the Ukraine crisis and its geopolitical impact, as reflected …

G7 countries slam Chinese firms’ support for Russia’s defence industry
8 months ago

G7 countries slam Chinese firms’ support for Russia’s defence industry

Al Jazeera  

Ministers say the transfer of weapons components is enabling Russia to ‘reconstitute and revitalise’ its defence production for its war in Ukraine. Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven countries have expressed “strong concern” about the transfer of materials and weapons components from Chinese businesses to Russia for its military offensive in Ukraine. Blinken said this was fuelling “the biggest …

Is China growing tired of Russia’s war in Ukraine?
8 months, 1 week ago

Is China growing tired of Russia’s war in Ukraine?

Al Jazeera  

There are signs that Beijing may be getting cold feet about its deepening entanglement. Beijing’s stance of strategic ambiguity – neither condemning Moscow’s invasion nor offering overt military support – is being tested by the war’s mounting costs and implications for China’s global interests. Recent shuttle diplomacy efforts by China’s special envoy Li Hui have raised doubts about whether Beijing …

Russia-Ukraine War: How Russia and the World Navigate Two Years of Conflict
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Russia-Ukraine War: How Russia and the World Navigate Two Years of Conflict

The Hindu  

March 07, 2024 05:53 pm | Updated 07:21 pm IST Two years on, where does the Ukraine war stand? Two years since the war began, where does it stand today, and how it’s transforming Russia and the world? One was to provide economic and military assistance to Kyiv to keep the fight against Russia going on; and the second leg …

China to continue constructive role in restoring peace in Ukraine: FM
10 months ago

China to continue constructive role in restoring peace in Ukraine: FM

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-02-19 03:01 MUNICH -- China will continue to play a constructive role in bringing an early end to the conflict and restoring peace in Ukraine, and will not give up as long as there is a glimmer of hope, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said here Saturday. Noting that China and Ukraine reached a strategic partnership many …

Putin calls for closer Russia-China cooperation on military satellites, prospective weapons
1 year, 1 month ago

Putin calls for closer Russia-China cooperation on military satellites, prospective weapons

LA Times  

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with a senior Chinese military official outside Moscow on Wednesday. “I mean space, including high-orbit assets, and new prospective types of weapons that will ensure strategic security of both Russia and the People’s Republic of China,” Putin said without elaboration. He emphasized that while “Russia and China aren’t building any military alliances based on Cold …

Russia's Putin says world conflicts 'strengthen' ties with China
1 year, 2 months ago

Russia's Putin says world conflicts 'strengthen' ties with China

The Hindu  

Russian leader Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday that world conflicts "strengthen" his country's relations with China, after talks with Xi Jinping that celebrated their nations' deepening political and economic ties. Mr. Putin, on his first trip to a major global power since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, met his "old friend" Mr. Xi in Beijing on the sidelines of a major …

Russian President Putin and Chinese leader Xi meet in Beijing and call for close policy coordination
1 year, 2 months ago

Russian President Putin and Chinese leader Xi meet in Beijing and call for close policy coordination

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — The leaders of Russia and China met Wednesday in Beijing and called for close foreign policy coordination, as concerns grow about possible conflicts with the West over Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine and Beijing’s rising threats against Taiwan. At their morning meeting, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin discussed trade and the 10th anniversary of Xi’s trademark Belt and …

Close coordination with China on foreign policy crucial in a difficult world, says Vladimir Putin
1 year, 2 months ago

Close coordination with China on foreign policy crucial in a difficult world, says Vladimir Putin

Firstpost  

China and Russia declared a “no limits” partnership in February 2022 during a previous Putin visit to Beijing, just days before Moscow troops launched an attack on Ukraine. In a challenging world, close coordination with China on foreign policy issues is crucial, Russian President Vladimir Putin, who is attending the Belt and Road Forum in Beijing on October 17-18 said …

Putin meets his 'dear friend' Xi in China, urges economic and diplomatic support for Russia
1 year, 2 months ago

Putin meets his 'dear friend' Xi in China, urges economic and diplomatic support for Russia

India TV News  

The leaders of Russia and China met Wednesday in Beijing and called for close foreign policy coordination, as concerns grow about possible conflicts with the West over Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine and Beijing’s rising threats against Taiwan. At their morning meeting, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin discussed trade and the 10th anniversary of Xi’s trademark Belt and Road Initiative that …

Russian President Vladimir Putin Lands in China to Meet Xi Jinping, Attend BRI Summit
1 year, 2 months ago

Russian President Vladimir Putin Lands in China to Meet Xi Jinping, Attend BRI Summit

News 18  

Ten years after toasting a budding friendship with vodka and cake, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin will meet again in Beijing this week seeking to further deepen the “no-limits” partnership between their two countries. “ Russian delegation’s presence in Beijing is important for Moscow,” said Alicja Bachulska, an expert on Chinese foreign policy at the European Council on Foreign Relations. …

Putin's visit to Beijing underscores China’s economic and diplomatic support for Russia
1 year, 2 months ago

Putin's visit to Beijing underscores China’s economic and diplomatic support for Russia

The Hindu  

Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to meet this week with Chinese leaders in Beijing on a visit that underscores China’s economic and diplomatic support for Moscow during its war in Ukraine. Asked by reporters on October 13 about a visit to China, Mr. Putin said it would encompass talks on Belt and Road-related projects, which he said Moscow wants …

Putin’s visit to Beijing underscores China’s economic and diplomatic support for Russia
1 year, 2 months ago

Putin’s visit to Beijing underscores China’s economic and diplomatic support for Russia

Associated Press  

TAIPEI, Taiwan — Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to meet this week with Chinese leaders in Beijing on a visit that underscores China’s support for Moscow during its war in Ukraine. Asked by reporters Friday about his visit, Putin said it would encompass talks on Belt and Road-related projects, which he said Moscow wants to link with efforts by …

Xi says Russia and China should 'lead global governance reform'
1 year, 5 months ago

Xi says Russia and China should 'lead global governance reform'

The Hindu  

China and Russia need to "lead the correct direction of global governance reform", according to Chinese President Xi Jinping, who hailed the two countries' partnership at a meeting with a top Russian politician in Beijing on Monday, state media reported. Mr. Xi said the development of relations between the two countries was "a strategic choice made by both countries based …

Why Vladimir Putin is not a pariah in China
1 year, 5 months ago

Why Vladimir Putin is not a pariah in China

Hindustan Times  

For generations, China’s people have been told that the outside world is—rather often—an unsafe and disappointing place. It is a year since his declaration that China and Russia enjoy a “friendship without limits”, days before Vladimir Putin launched his blood-soaked, land-grabbing invasion of Ukraine. “Of course” locals remember Russia’s past depredations, said a woman whose shop sells Russian honey, chocolates …

Putin says Russia is ‘united as never before’ during Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting
1 year, 5 months ago

Putin says Russia is ‘united as never before’ during Shanghai Cooperation Organization meeting

Associated Press  

NEW DELHI — President Vladimir Putin said Tuesday that the Russian people are “united as never before,” seeking to project confidence in the wake of a short-lived revolt while participating in a meeting of an international organization that offered him a sympathetic audience. Speaking by video link from the Kremlin, Putin praised the organization for “playing an increasingly significant role …

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