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Putin in China: Strengthening Ties Amid Western Sanctions

8/30/2025

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Vladimir Putin is in China for a week, attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit and a military parade.
Key discussions will address Ukraine and strengthening economic ties, as China is now Russia's primary trading partner due to Western sanctions.
Putin criticized Western sanctions and advocated for a new financial system with China, highlighting their partnership.
Military cooperation between China and Russia is increasing, raising concerns in the West.

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Story summary

Vladimir Putin is in China for a week, attending the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit and a military parade.
Key discussions will address Ukraine and strengthening economic ties, as China is now Russia's primary trading partner due to Western sanctions.
Putin criticized Western sanctions and advocated for a new financial system with China, highlighting their partnership.
Military cooperation between China and Russia is increasing, raising concerns in the West.