Xi and Putin affirm alliance in Beijing before military parade
Summary
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin met in Beijing before a major military parade to affirm their strategic alliance amid global tensions. The parade marks the 80th anniversary of Japan’s WWII surrender and showcases unity against the West. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un also attended, marking his first multilateral meeting.
Key Points
- Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held bilateral talks in Beijing affirming a strong strategic alliance.
- The meeting took place on the eve of a major military parade marking the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II.
- The leaders emphasized building a more just and reasonable global governance system.
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un attended the parade, marking his first multilateral international meeting.
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