Reported about 1 year ago
On July 4, 2024, Russian President Putin and Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping attended the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in Astana, Kazakhstan, strengthening their cooperation and causing global concern about Beijing's support for Moscow's aggression in Ukraine. This marks the second meeting between Putin and Xi since May, with both leaders praising their strategic partnership and planning for future collaboration. Russia and China are actively promoting regional security alliances like the SCO to counter Western influence, with Belarus officially joining the SCO as the 10th member, showcasing Putin's efforts to avoid international isolation.
Source: YAHOO