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China and Russia Strengthen Ties Amid Global Tensions

2/2/2026

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Sergei Shoigu, head of the Russian Security Council, met in Beijing amid rising global tensions.
Chinese observers said U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats against Greenland and tensions with Iran influenced the talks.
Wang Yi stressed that China and Russia should enhance communication and support on core interests.
The discussions highlighted developments in Greenland, Iran, and Ukraine that Wang Yi said necessitate closer China-Russia cooperation.

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Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Sergei Shoigu, head of the Russian Security Council, met in Beijing amid rising global tensions.
Chinese observers said U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats against Greenland and tensions with Iran influenced the talks.
Wang Yi stressed that China and Russia should enhance communication and support on core interests.
The discussions highlighted developments in Greenland, Iran, and Ukraine that Wang Yi said necessitate closer China-Russia cooperation.