Published: May 21, 2026, 23:16 IST | Updated: May 21, 2026, 23:16 IST
Vladimir Putin wrapped up his China visit with 42 agreements covering energy, trade, technology and financial cooperation, signalling deepening ties between Russia and China. A major focus of the visit was expanding trade in roubles and yuan instead of the US dollar, reflecting the broader global push toward de-dollarisation.