China’s Xi hosts ‘old friend’ Putin, North Korea’s Kim in challenge to West
Summary
China's President Xi Jinping hosted Russia's Vladimir Putin and North Korea's Kim Jong Un in Beijing for talks and a military parade, signaling a show of solidarity and potential closer defense ties amidst Western tensions.
Key Points
- China's President Xi Jinping hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Beijing for the first joint meeting.
- The leaders are set to appear together at a large military parade showcasing China's vision for a new global order.
- The summit hints at closer defense cooperation between China, Russia, and North Korea following recent pacts.
- The meeting challenges Western powers and highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions surrounding the conflict in Ukraine.
