World · 18 May 2026

Putin to visit China after Trump's Beijing trip

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Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit China this week, following recent talks between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Donald Trump. Xi Jinping will welcome Putin to Beijing just four days after hosting Trump for two days of discussions. A Kremlin spokesman confirmed Putin and Xi will discuss Trump's visit, with preparations for the trip already complete.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 May 2026 at 11:37

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