Xi affirms 'no limits' partnership with Putin in call on Ukraine war anniversary
China's President Xi Jinping reaffirmed his "no limits" partnership in a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, China's state media reported, on the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The leaders held the talks as U.S. President Donald Trump has pushed for a quick deal to end the Ukraine war, raising concerns about drawing a wedge between Xi and Putin. Xi emphasized the durability and long-term nature of their alliance, which is not influenced by any third party.
- The "no limits" partnership has become a defining feature of China-Russia relations, with both nations seeking to counterbalance Western influence in the region.
- What implications might this strengthened alliance have for global security dynamics, particularly in the face of rising tensions between major powers?