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Xi Jinping's Russia Visit Marks 80 Years of Unity

5/7/2025

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Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit Russia from May 7-10 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany. This significant trip highlights the deepening relationship between China and Russia, especially in light of rising tensions with the U.S. Leaders from more than 20 nations, including Brazil and Vietnam, will also join the celebrations.

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Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit Russia from May 7-10 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany. This significant trip highlights the deepening relationship between China and Russia, especially in light of rising tensions with the U.S. Leaders from more than 20 nations, including Brazil and Vietnam, will also join the celebrations.