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Xi meets Putin: More maneuvering, but still no pipeline

During his visit to Beijing, Vladimir Putin is seeking larger commodity deliveries to China. But Xi Jinping does not want to make himself dependent in energy policy. Just days after his meeting with US President Trump, he is acting from a position of strength.

Jörn Petring
20. May 2026
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Last updated: 20. May 2026

Russia
Vladimir Putin
Xi Jinping
Diplomacy