Russian President Vladimir Putin has accepted an invitation from his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, and is planning to visit China in October. This diplomatic visit will take place on the occasion of the “Belt and Road” International Forum, marking a new milestone in the bilateral relations between the two countries.
According to statements from the Kremlin’s diplomatic adviser, Yuri Ushakov, Russian President Vladimir Putin will travel to China in October at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. This visit comes after Xi Jinping’s visit to Moscow last March, signifying a desire to strengthen ties between the two powers.
The major event that will bring the two leaders together is the “Belt and Road” International Forum. This initiative launched by China in 2013 aims to promote global economic cooperation and infrastructure development. Vladimir Putin’s participation in this forum reflects Russia’s importance to this initiative and demonstrates the joint willingness of both countries to intensify their cooperation in the economic domain.
In addition to economic issues, this diplomatic visit also holds significant geopolitical implications. As relations between Russia and the West face tensions, this closer alignment with China could be seen as a strong signal to international partners. Moreover, discussions between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping may also address topics of mutual interest such as regional security, geopolitical stability, and global challenges.
China and Russia have long maintained close relations, particularly in the military and energy sectors. Putin’s visit to China will undoubtedly strengthen their strategic partnership. The two leaders are expected to discuss cooperation projects in the fields of technology, innovation, and scientific research as well.
