China’s Xi, Russia’s Putin Praise Ties at Beijing Talks; Energy in Focus

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BEIJING: China and Russia’s leaders lauded on Wednesday ?the progress in their strategic ties, as they met in Beijing for summit talks where Moscow is expected to push for stronger energy links. President Xi ?Jinping welcomed President Vladimir Putin with an honour guard and a gun salute at the Great Hall of the People, as children waved Chinese and Russian flags. Alongside formal talks, the pair are expected to cap the day with an intimate meeting over tea. Coming on the heels of U.S. President Donald Trump’s visit to the Chinese capital, the optics and outcomes of the summit between…

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