Russia China ties 'stabilising' force in world, Putin says before Xi talks Russian President Vladimir Putin has described his country's relationship with China as a "stabilising" force on the world stage ahead of his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
The depth and breadth of their economic cooperation are undeniable, but the true nature of this partnership remains unclear: is it a carefully calibrated alliance aimed at countering Western influence or a genuine attempt to build a new axis of power in global affairs?
Moscow's ties with Beijing have developed rapidly over the past few years, particularly since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.