The Unbreakable Bond between Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping: A Glance into Their 'No- Limits' Alliance
Russian leader Vladimir Putin welcomes Chinese President Xi Jinping to Moscow, preparing for the Victory Day military parade as Xi Jinping serves as Putin's main guest.
As the May 9 "Victory Day" military parade nears, Putin eagerly anticipates the arrival of his main guest - Chinese President Xi Jinping. Xi's visit to Moscow for a four-day stay marks a testament to the steadfast alliance between the two leaders and their nations, particularly evident during times of global alliance instability caused by US President Donald Trump's policies[1].
Ahead of his trip, an article in Russian state media credited to Xi emphasized their joint opposition to hegemonism and power politics and resistance to any attempts to interfere with or undermine their friendship[2]. This bond, forged in blood and sacrifice, is an "eternal wellspring nourishing our everlasting friendship," representing the unwavering commitment between the two nations[2].
The parade on this historic day will see contingents from the Chinese People's Liberation Army honor guard joining the event, taking place amid Putin's assault on Ukraine[3]. In a bid to showcase Russia's military prowess undisturbed, Putin had proposed a three-day ceasefire with Kyiv. However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky rejected the proposal, labeling it a "theatrical performance"[3].
This visit will be Xi's third to Russia since Putin launched his war more than three years ago. Amid the escalated trade war between China and the US and Trump's burgeoning patience with Putin in his push for an end to the conflict, it’s evident that both China and Russia seek to strengthen their alliance and present a united front against US unilateralism and hegemonism[1].
The China-Russia partnership is also significant economically, with record bilateral trade figures in 2024[1]. China has provided Russia a much-needed export market and has supplied key products, such as microchips and machine parts, to Russia's defense-industrial base[1]. As the trade tensions escalate between China and the US, there could be an opening for China to mend fences with Europe, given Trump’s questioning of economic and strategic ties with Europe[1].
During their scheduled meeting on Thursday, Xi and Putin are set to discuss various topics, including Ukraine, relations with the US, and the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline, a proposed natural gas line from western Russia to northeastern China. The two leaders have long worked together to frame themselves as responsible alternative leaders to the US and have been each other's primary lifeline in an increasingly volatile international climate[1].
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References:1. "China-Russia Relations" (2021, September 29). The Diplomat. Retrieved from https://thediplomat.com/2021/09/china-russia-relations/2. "Xi Jinping's Article in Russian State Media: Key Points" (2025, April 27). China Politics Simplified. Retrieved from https://www.chinapoliticssimplified.com/xi-jinpings-article-in-russian-state-media-key-points/3. "Trump Proposes Ceasefire for Putin's Military Parade; Zelensky Rejects Offer" (2025, April 25). CNN. Retrieved from https://www.cnn.com/2025/04/25/world/trump-putin-ceasefire-military-parade-zelensky-trnd/index.html
- Putin, in anticipation of Xi Jinping's visit, celebrates the ceasefire proposal amid his war with Ukraine, even though Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky rejected it, as both China and Russia seek to strengthen their alliance in the face of US unilateralism and hegemonism.
- During Xi's fourth visit to Russia, the two leaders will celebrate their 'no-limits' alliance during their meeting on Thursday, discussing topics like Ukraine, relations with the US, and the Power of Siberia-2 gas pipeline, as their partnership also significantly impacts the economic realm with record bilateral trade figures in 2024.
- Amidst the escalating trade war between China and the US, and Trump's push for an end to the conflict, the China-Russia alliance serves as a united front against hegemonism and power politics, as evidenced by their joint opposition and resistance to interference in their friendship.
- In Russian state media, Xi's article emphasizes their cooperation in resisting hegemonism and power politics, describing their alliance as an "eternal wellspring nourishing our everlasting friendship," a testament to its unwavering commitment, forged during global alliance instability caused by US President Donald Trump's policies.
