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Shares of Gazprom and TMK depreciated following Putin's visit to Beijing. The parties failed to sign a contract for the construction of the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline.
U. S. President Donald Trump is planning a conversation with the President of Taiwan regarding a $14 billion arms sale. This decision could seriously escalate relations between Washington and Beijing.
The leaders of China and the Russian Federation discussed the war in Ukraine and a joint strategy during a meeting in Beijing. The parties also criticized US nuclear policy.
Xi Jinping and Putin condemned US nuclear policy and the Golden Dome system. Despite the rapprochement, the parties were unable to sign a large-scale gas deal.
Donald Trump called his trip to Beijing grander than Putin's visit. He believes that the reception ceremony in China surpassed the Russian festivities.
The parties agreed on the route for Power of Siberia 2, but the schedule and prices remain open. An agreement on a new railway was signed and the visa-free regime was extended.
Putin declared unprecedented cooperation with China and invited Xi to the RF. The leaders discussed a new world order, with the construction of a gas pipeline on the agenda.
The Russian dictator arrived in Beijing for his first foreign visit of 2026. The meeting with Xi Jinping takes place immediately after Donald Trump's trip.
About 200 Russian military personnel underwent secret training on drone usage at bases in China. Some of them have reportedly returned to fight against Ukraine at the front.
Putin will discuss the construction of the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline in Beijing. Russia's economic dependence on sanctioned technologies from China has reached over 90%.
Xi Jinping told Trump that Putin might regret the invasion of Ukraine. The leaders also discussed cooperation against the International Criminal Court.
China will purchase $17 billion worth of US agricultural products annually until 2028. The parties also agreed to resume exports of American beef and poultry.
The leaders of the PRC and the Russian Federation agreed to strengthen strategic cooperation at an exhibition in Harbin. They plan to develop their economies by leveraging the geographical proximity of the two countries.
Trump concluded his visit to the PRC and allowed for a review of arms sales to Taiwan. The purchase of Boeing aircraft and the development of artificial intelligence were also discussed.
Trump has delayed $14 billion in arms sales to Taiwan for the sake of negotiations with China. The fate of air defense and missile deliveries now depends on decisions from Beijing.
Trump wavers on $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan after meeting with Xi Jinping. Taipei requests the US to continue military support.
On May 19-20, Putin will visit the PRC for negotiations with Xi Jinping and the signing of a series of agreements. The visit will take place following the Chinese leader's summit with Donald Trump.
Trump discussed strengthening the alliance with the Japanese Prime Minister after a meeting with Xi Jinping. The leaders reaffirmed cooperation in the region due to the situation surrounding Taiwan.
Trump is considering the resumption of massive strikes on Iran and its nuclear facilities. The Pentagon has prepared escalation plans for next week.
The parties decided to discuss highly enriched uranium stockpiles later due to the complexity of the topic. Trump called the removal of the material a PR stunt while the war continues.
Trump gave no commitments regarding Taiwan and discussed arms sales to the island. The President may also lift sanctions against buyers of Iranian oil in China.
The leaders of the US and China displayed conciliatory body language at the summit in Beijing. A video has gone viral online showing Trump peering into notes after Xi steps away from the table during dinner.
Donald Trump announced China's agreement to purchase American oil and limit military aid to Iran. The leaders also concluded new trade agreements.
Trump announced the conclusion of fantastic trade deals and a joint position with China regarding Iran. China will purchase 200 Boeing aircraft, although the parties have disagreements over Taiwan. Following the conclusion of the visit, the US President departed for home.
Trump and Xi Jinping discussed the war in Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Marco Rubio emphasized that the US is not asking China for help regarding Iran.
Rubio called his tracksuit simply comfortable clothing without any subtext. He denied copying Maduro and stated that he had owned such clothes before.
Trump called the talks with Xi Jinping positive and invited him to the US for September 24. The leaders discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence, and Boeing orders.
Xi Jinping hosted a banquet for Trump featuring lobsters, beef short ribs, and Peking duck. The leaders also discussed issues of trade and Taiwan.
Russia attacked Ukraine with missiles during the meeting between Trump and Xi Jinping. Sybiha urged the leaders of the US and China to use their influence to stop the war.
Elon Musk arrived in China during a $150 billion lawsuit against OpenAI. He accuses Sam Altman of violating the company's non-profit mission.