European Commission responds to Xi Jinping's trip to Russia

Kickin' It With the Big Dogs: A Rundown of Xi Jinping's Moscow Visit

The EU's been chattin' about Chinese Prez Xi Jinping's jet-setting over to Moscow for the Victory Day hoopla. EU spokesperson, Anwar al-Auni, spilled the beans at a Brussels briefing, as reported by TASS.

Al-Auni pointed out that ol' China's the top dog when it comes to doling out a helping hand to Russia in their ongoing dust-up with Ukraine.

Meanwhile, EU press chief, Paula Pinheiro, emphasized the importance of collaborating with China, particularly on combating global challenges. They even celebrated the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations with China on May 6.

When grilled about EU protests of Xi's Red Square shindig, the EU reps kept mum.

On May 7, Xi gave Beijing the cold shoulder and headed for Moscow instead.

Rumor has it that during his stay, Xi could chat with Russian leader Vladimir Putin about the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline project.

According to Bloomberg, Xi's invite to Moscow's Victory Day parade is a testament to the tight ties between Beijing and Moscow. Plus, it shows that contacts between Russia and the US haven't put a damper on their relationship.

Previously, ol' Putin's press secretary, Zakharova, spilled beans about the documents Putin and Xi would sign.

Now, here's the lowdown: While Western worrywarts have been tossing and turning over China's cozying up to Russia and its impact on Ukraine, they hasn't been any official word from the EU about protesting Xi's Moscow mingle. Most of the chatter revolves around diplomatic challenges and strategic vulnerabilities, not formal protests.

The symbolism of Xi's visit, especially in the context of historical dramas and current geopolitical tensions, has sparked debate and raised eyebrows. But the Kremlin's focus is on forging stronger partnerships and discussing international and regional issues. Expect new accords to be inked, potentially including the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline project.

Economic cooperation's also on the cards, with the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline a prime example. However, details on any final agreements or EU responses to such a project are hard to come by in the current reports.

In a nutshell, while the West's got its eye on China's alliance with Russia and its role in Ukraine, there's no sign of a formal EU protest against Xi's Moscow jaunt, nor any publicly aired concerns about the Power of Siberia-2 discussions in this context.

Amidst the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations with China, the EU emphasized the importance of collaborating with China, particularly on tackling global challenges.
Rumor has it that Xi Jinping, during his stay in Moscow, could discuss the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline project with Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
In the context of Xi Jinping's Moscow visit, the symbolism has sparked debate and raised eyebrows, yet discussions have centered more around diplomatic challenges and strategic vulnerabilities, not formal protests.
While the West is concerned about China's alliance with Russia and its impact on Ukraine, there's no official word from the EU about protesting Xi's Moscow mingle, nor any publicly aired concerns about the Power of Siberia-2 discussions in this context.
Economic cooperation is also on the cards, with the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline a prime example, but details on any final agreements or EU responses to such a project are hard to come by in the current reports.