In a symbolic move of unity, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a video call shortly after Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th US president. The two leaders emphasized the close ties between their countries, highlighting shared interests and mutual benefit. Moscow's increasing reliance on China as a trade and diplomatic ally, particularly in the wake of its conflict with the West, was underscored. The call's timing suggests a desire to coordinate their approach to the new US administration. While neither leader directly mentioned Trump, their conversation touched upon the possibility of dialogue with the US over Ukraine and other global issues.
, held a video call with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, in a symbolic display of unity just hours after Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the US.
Moscow has grown increasingly reliant on China as a trade partner and a crucial diplomatic ally amid its escalating conflict with the west after launching a full-scale invasion ofnearly three years ago. In turn, Beijing has capitalised on Russia’s isolation from the west to secure preferential access to its resources and markets.when Putin visited Beijing just days before he sent tens of thousands of troops into Ukraine.
Ushakov’s remarks were the latest in a series of comments from Russian officials indicating their willingness to discuss the war in Ukraine with Trump, although a clear path to peace remains
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