Xi hosts Putin in Beijing, cementing China-Russia alliance after Trump's visit
PBS · 20 May 2026

Xi hosts Putin in Beijing, cementing China-Russia alliance after Trump's visit

Right on the heels of President Trump's state visit to China, Russian President Vladimir Putin stopped in Beijing for a meeting with his chief ally, Xi Jinping. As Nick Schifrin reports, they focused on economic issues and criticized the Trump White House's foreign policy. Geoff Bennett: Right on th


AI Translated Summary:
Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin's meeting in Beijing underscores the strengthening alliance between China and Russia, particularly in response to U.S. foreign policy. Their discussions centered on economic collaboration and mutual criticism of the Trump administration.


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