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Putin Hails Unprecedented Russia-China Trust, Global Peace Push

5/19/2026

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President Vladimir Putin said Russia and China have reached an unprecedented level of mutual understanding and trust before his Beijing visit.
He pledged Russian support for China’s sovereignty and unity during the trip.
Putin said the partnership is expanding in economy, politics and defence and serves as a stabilising factor globally.
He added Russia and China are not aligning against any country but are working for peace and universal prosperity.

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President Vladimir Putin said Russia and China have reached an unprecedented level of mutual understanding and trust before his Beijing visit.
He pledged Russian support for China’s sovereignty and unity during the trip.
Putin said the partnership is expanding in economy, politics and defence and serves as a stabilising factor globally.
He added Russia and China are not aligning against any country but are working for peace and universal prosperity.