<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (Jul 3) met with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Astana. The duo met for the second time in less than two months and the fifth time after the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian forces to strengthen their “comprehensive strategic partnership”, including enhancing defence and military cooperation.</p>

<p>SCO consists of four Central Asian nations, Russia, China, India, Iran and Pakistan. The group promotes common approaches to external security threats such as drug trafficking and also focuses on countering any domestic instability.</p>

<p>During the meeting, Putin hailed Russia's deepening partnership with China, and said, "Our comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation, are experiencing their best period in history." Xi in response called Putin his "old friend" and reaffirmed that Sino-Russian relations were at a "high level."</p>

<p>"In the face of the turbulent international situation and external environment, the two sides should continue to uphold the original aspiration of friendship for generations to come," Xi said.</p>

<h2><strong>Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline</strong></h2>

<p>In a major development, the duo is understood to have directed their respective national companies to urgently work out terms and conditions for the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline.</p>

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<p>“Work will continue on agreeing the terms and parameters. Instructions have been given to do this as soon as possible,” Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak was quoted as saying by Interfax.</p>

<h2><strong>China's influence in Central Asia</strong></h2>

<p>As Russia finds itself burdened under Western sanctions and the war in Ukraine, China is covertly expanding its influence in the region.</p>

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<p>For instance, China became Kazakhstan’s largest trading partner last year, surpassing Russia, with total bilateral trade reaching $41 billion.</p>

<h2><strong>Who attended the meeting?</strong></h2>

<p>Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and the presidents of Azerbaijan and Mongolia, Ilham Aliyev and Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh had arrived in Astana ahead of the meeting.</p>

<p>Of the biggies, China's Xi and Russia's Putin were present but Indian PM&nbsp;Narendra Modi gave it a miss. S Jaishankar, the foreign minister, attended the meeting instead.</p>

<p>PM Modi is expected in Russia later this month anyway.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (Jul 3) met with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Astana.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (Jul 3) met with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Astana. The duo met for the second time in less than two months and the fifth time after the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian forces to strengthen their “comprehensive strategic partnership”, including enhancing defence and military cooperation. SCO consists of four Central Asian nations, Russia, China, India, Iran and Pakistan. The group promotes common approaches to external security threats such as drug trafficking and also focuses on countering any domestic instability. During the meeting, Putin hailed Russia's deepening partnership with China, and said, "Our comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation, are experiencing their best period in history." Xi in response called Putin his "old friend" and reaffirmed that Sino-Russian relations were at a "high level." "In the face of the turbulent international situation and external environment, the two sides should continue to uphold the original aspiration of friendship for generations to come," Xi said. Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline In a major development, the duo is understood to have directed their respective national companies to urgently work out terms and conditions for the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline. Also read: Putin, Xi vie for influence at Central Asian summit “Work will continue on agreeing the terms and parameters. Instructions have been given to do this as soon as possible,” Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak was quoted as saying by Interfax. China's influence in Central Asia As Russia finds itself burdened under Western sanctions and the war in Ukraine, China is covertly expanding its influence in the region. Also read: Kremlin says trade, economy on agenda during PM Modi`s `very important` visit to Russia For instance, China became Kazakhstan’s largest trading partner last year, surpassing Russia, with total bilateral trade reaching $41 billion. Who attended the meeting? Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and the presidents of Azerbaijan and Mongolia, Ilham Aliyev and Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh had arrived in Astana ahead of the meeting. Of the biggies, China's Xi and Russia's Putin were present but Indian PM Narendra Modi gave it a miss. S Jaishankar, the foreign minister, attended the meeting instead. PM Modi is expected in Russia later this month anyway. (With inputs from agencies)

SCO summit: Xi meets 'old friend' Putin, duo vows to fast-track Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline project

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in Beijing Tuesday&nbsp;ahead of his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday (Oct 18) on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) forum.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Putin is amongst the representatives of 130 nations attending the forum, but he is all set to further strengthen his already strong partnership with Xi&nbsp;in the wake of new geopolitical challenges induced by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.</p>

<h2><strong>Focus of the talks</strong></h2>

<p>As of now, both sides have refrained from sharing any details but it is expected that “special attention will be paid to international and regional issues,” according to a statement from the Kremlin.</p>

<p>Experts see this visit by Putin as more of a symbolic gesture and don’t expect any high-publicity deal. "Russia is aware that China doesn't want to sign any high publicity deals," Alexander Gabuev, director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center was quoted as saying by AFP.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Palestine war: Can regional players negotiate ceasefire as Russia, China want a stake</strong></p>

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<p>For China, Russia continues to be one of its few allies acting as a bulwark against the West. Meanwhile, for Moscow, Beijing has increasingly become a reliable trading and geopolitical partner, especially after its invasion of Ukraine.</p>

<p>"Since Moscow embarked on its all-out invasion of Ukraine, it has been put in a position where it is unprecedentedly dependent on China," Bjorn Alexander Duben of China's Jilin University was quoted as saying by AFP.</p>

<h2><strong>Lavrov- Wang meeting</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier on Monday, the top diplomats of China and Russia met in Beijing and discussed their bilateral ties "in their entirety". Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov thanked his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi for inviting Putin as “Chief Guest” to the BRI summit.</p>

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<p>Wang, in turn, said China "appreciates" Russia's support for the Belt and Road Initiative.</p>

<p>"Both sides should plan commemorative activities, deepen strategic mutual trust, consolidate traditional friendship, and promote friendship from generation to generation," he said.</p>

<h2><strong>On Israel-Hamas war</strong></h2>

<p>As the Israel-Hamas war rages on, the topic is expected to come up in talks between the top leaders of Russia and China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Both nations have failed to condemn Hamas for its deadly terror attacks on Israel and share extremely amicable ties with Iran, a major backer of the terrorist outfit.</p>

<p>Russia has expressed its willingness to help both warring parties reach a peaceful settlement. The Kremlin on Monday (Oct 16) said it was willing to work towards "ending the Palestinian-Israeli confrontation and achieving a peaceful settlement through political and diplomatic means".</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in Beijing Tuesday ahead of his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday (Oct 18) on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) forum.

Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in Beijing Tuesday ahead of his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday (Oct 18) on the sidelines of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) forum. Putin is amongst the representatives of 130 nations attending the forum, but he is all set to further strengthen his already strong partnership with Xi in the wake of new geopolitical challenges induced by the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Focus of the talks As of now, both sides have refrained from sharing any details but it is expected that “special attention will be paid to international and regional issues,” according to a statement from the Kremlin. Experts see this visit by Putin as more of a symbolic gesture and don’t expect any high-publicity deal. "Russia is aware that China doesn't want to sign any high publicity deals," Alexander Gabuev, director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center was quoted as saying by AFP. Watch: Israel-Palestine war: Can regional players negotiate ceasefire as Russia, China want a stake × For China, Russia continues to be one of its few allies acting as a bulwark against the West. Meanwhile, for Moscow, Beijing has increasingly become a reliable trading and geopolitical partner, especially after its invasion of Ukraine. "Since Moscow embarked on its all-out invasion of Ukraine, it has been put in a position where it is unprecedentedly dependent on China," Bjorn Alexander Duben of China's Jilin University was quoted as saying by AFP. Lavrov- Wang meeting Earlier on Monday, the top diplomats of China and Russia met in Beijing and discussed their bilateral ties "in their entirety". Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov thanked his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi for inviting Putin as “Chief Guest” to the BRI summit. Also read: Fukushima plant water release: Russia follows China, suspends all Japanese seafood imports Wang, in turn, said China "appreciates" Russia's support for the Belt and Road Initiative. "Both sides should plan commemorative activities, deepen strategic mutual trust, consolidate traditional friendship, and promote friendship from generation to generation," he said. On Israel-Hamas war As the Israel-Hamas war rages on, the topic is expected to come up in talks between the top leaders of Russia and China. Both nations have failed to condemn Hamas for its deadly terror attacks on Israel and share extremely amicable ties with Iran, a major backer of the terrorist outfit. Russia has expressed its willingness to help both warring parties reach a peaceful settlement. The Kremlin on Monday (Oct 16) said it was willing to work towards "ending the Palestinian-Israeli confrontation and achieving a peaceful settlement through political and diplomatic means". (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Putin-Xi meeting: What’s on agenda and why no high-publicity deals are expected

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a video conference on Friday, in which the former invited Xi to make a state visit to Russia in spring 2023. The visit, if it happens, would be a public show of solidarity from Beijing as Russia tried to salvage its fortunes in its war on Ukraine.</p>

<p>In introductory remarks between the two leaders broadcast on state television, Putin said, "We are expecting you, dear Mr Chairman, dear friend, we are expecting you next spring on a state visit to Moscow."</p>

<p>He said the visit would "demonstrate to the world the closeness of Russian-Chinese relations".</p>

<p>Putin, in his eight-minute address, stressed the importance of having China as an ally. He said Russia-China relations were growing in importance as a stabilising factor. Putin also aims to deepen military cooperation between the two countries.</p>

<p>Responding to Putin's friendly address, Xi said China was ready to increase strategic cooperation with Russia during a "difficult" situation in the world at large.</p>

<p>While Russia finds itself isolated amidst its war in Ukraine, with sanctions being imposed against it by Western countries, China has emerged as a significant partner of Moscow. The two sides have hailed their relationship as a "no limits" partnership. China has refrained from condemning Moscow's military campaign in Ukraine and has instead stressed the need for peace.</p>

<p>In matters of trade, Russian energy exports to China have risen significantly since the outbreak of the conflict and Moscow is&nbsp;now China's single largest oil supplier. However, Beijing hasn't reciprocated with material support fearing the move might provoke Western sanctions against China.</p>

<p>At a September summit in Uzbekistan, Putin acknowledged his Chinese counterpart's "concerns" about the situation in Ukraine.</p>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a video conference on Friday, in which the former invited Xi to make a state visit to Russia in spring 2023.

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a video conference on Friday, in which the former invited Xi to make a state visit to Russia in spring 2023. The visit, if it happens, would be a public show of solidarity from Beijing as Russia tried to salvage its fortunes in its war on Ukraine. In introductory remarks between the two leaders broadcast on state television, Putin said, "We are expecting you, dear Mr Chairman, dear friend, we are expecting you next spring on a state visit to Moscow." He said the visit would "demonstrate to the world the closeness of Russian-Chinese relations". Putin, in his eight-minute address, stressed the importance of having China as an ally. He said Russia-China relations were growing in importance as a stabilising factor. Putin also aims to deepen military cooperation between the two countries. Responding to Putin's friendly address, Xi said China was ready to increase strategic cooperation with Russia during a "difficult" situation in the world at large. While Russia finds itself isolated amidst its war in Ukraine, with sanctions being imposed against it by Western countries, China has emerged as a significant partner of Moscow. The two sides have hailed their relationship as a "no limits" partnership. China has refrained from condemning Moscow's military campaign in Ukraine and has instead stressed the need for peace. In matters of trade, Russian energy exports to China have risen significantly since the outbreak of the conflict and Moscow is now China's single largest oil supplier. However, Beijing hasn't reciprocated with material support fearing the move might provoke Western sanctions against China. At a September summit in Uzbekistan, Putin acknowledged his Chinese counterpart's "concerns" about the situation in Ukraine. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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