Putin and Xi have video call | Russia-China leader meeting

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a video call to discuss enhancing cooperation, maintaining strategic stability, and managing relations with the United States amid international instability. Both leaders emphasized the importance of their strong ties and close coordination in various global and regional agendas, including within multilateral frameworks like the United Nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation. They also discussed their countries’ relations with the US, expressing a common stance on equal and mutually beneficial cooperation based on international law. Putin accepted Xi’s invitation to visit China in 2026, showing the ongoing commitment to deepening their partnership.

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