The Chinese-Russian relations were not always as close as Xi's current visit to Moscow suggests. On the contrary. A little more than 50 years ago, both countries were on the brink of military escalation.
By Marcel Grzanna
In a long newspaper article, Xi Jinping explains what he and Russia aim to achieve: Offering the countries of the world modernization with Chinese characteristics. He receives full support from Putin.
By Michael Radunski
Xi Jinping's trip to Russia is China's attempt to present itself as a peacemaker. But Xi is neither concerned with Russia nor with Ukraine. He is positioning himself and Vladimir Putin as a strong front against the enemy in Washington.
By Michael Radunski