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Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin shake hands during their meeting at the Kremlin in Moscow, Russia. - Sputnik International

LIVE UPDATES: Putin and Xi Adopt Declaration on Establishment Multipolar World

15:23 GMT 19.05.2026 (Updated: 07:27 GMT 20.05.2026)

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Beijing at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping. The trip is scheduled to last two days, from May 19 to 20.

Putin will hold a meeting with Xi Jinping, where the two leaders will discuss bilateral relations and measures to further strengthen their comprehensive strategic partnership. The talks are expected to result in a joint high-level statement and the signing of multiple bilateral agreements.

Presidents Putin and Xi Jinping will also participate in the official opening ceremony of the Russia-China Years of Education 2026–2027.

Russian leader's program also includes a separate meeting with Premier of the State Council of the PRC Li Qiang, during which prospects for trade and economic cooperation will be discussed.

Putin is accompanied by a large delegation comprising all deputy prime ministers and the heads of leading Russian state-owned and private companies.

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07:35 GMT 20.05.2026

Putin: Russian reactors will power China's economy with cheap & clean energy

"At the Xudapu nuclear power plant, Russian-designed reactors are being completed. They will contribute greatly to China's economy, supplying Chinese businesses and households with cheap and clean energy."

Putin also noted "great potential" in renewable energy and low-carbon generation — with joint projects on the horizon.

07:20 GMT 20.05.2026

Xi Jinping: Unilateralism threatens to bring us back to 'the law of the jungle'

Russia and China will champion a "concept of a single fate for humankind" — countering unilateralism, protecting UN authority, and fighting the revival of Nazism and fascism.

07:15 GMT 20.05.2026

China and Russia must build 'a just system of global governance' — Xi Jinping

Russia and China are founding members of BRICS, which now accounts for over 50% of the world’s population and 40% of global GDP.

07:14 GMT 20.05.2026

Putin: Russia-China talks were held in 'a friendly manner'

He also noted that the comprehensive partnership between Russia and China serves as a model for interstate relations in the new era.

"Our goal is the well-being and prosperity of the Russian and Chinese peoples."

07:14 GMT 20.05.2026

Putin: Russia-China cooperation 'expanded greatly' over 25 years

"Our two countries maintain close contacts and actively work on mutual projects and initiatives," the Russian president said.

He added that Moscow and Beijing will keep cooperating on international platforms, building the foundation for a multipolar world.

Russia and China are founding members of BRICS, which now accounts for over 50% of the world’s population and 40% of global GDP.

07:13 GMT 20.05.2026

Xi: China-Russia relations rising to new heights

The Chinese leader noted that he and President Putin had just held deep, friendly, and productive conversations — rounds of negotiations and strategic dialogue on a broad spectrum of international matters.

07:13 GMT 20.05.2026

Xi Jinping: Russia-China trade turnover exceeds $200 billion despite difficult international situation

"Trade turnover over January-April this year has grown by 20 percent, which was not an easy feat," he said.

Russia-China trade surged by over 256% between 2015 and 2026, increasing from $64 billion to $228 billion.

07:12 GMT 20.05.2026

Putin: Russia modernizing key eastern railways — Trans-Siberian and Baikal-Amur

"We are working on the Trans-Arctic transport corridor, including its main thoroughfare — the Northern Sea Route."

Russia is positioning the Northern Sea Route as an alternative passageway between Europe and Asia, rivaling the traditional Suez Canal route.

04:23 GMT 20.05.2026

China and Russia must build 'a just system of global governance' — Xi Jinping

Russia and China are founding members of BRICS, which now accounts for over 50% of the world’s population and 40% of global GDP.

04:21 GMT 20.05.2026

Russia remains a reliable energy supplier for China amid Middle East crisis — Putin

Russian oil exports to China have been increasing for over past the decade, partially in response to growing geopolitical tensions with the West.

03:51 GMT 20.05.2026

Putin invites Xi Jinping to make a state visit to Russia next year

Xi Jinping’s previous visit to Russia was in May 2025, when the Chinese leader attended Russia’s Victory Day celebrations.

03:36 GMT 20.05.2026

Putin arrives at Great Hall of People in Beijing for talks with Xi Jinping

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, where he will hold talks with Xi Jinping.

The Chinese President personally met the Russian President.

Putin was greeted by PLA Honor Guard and Chinese children waving Russian and Chinese flags.

16:07 GMT 19.05.2026

Putin Cruises Through Beijing in an Aurus Fitted With Chinese License Plates

Aurus is Russia’s premier luxury car brand.

Putin famously gifted an Aurus limousine to Kim Jong-un back in 2024.

15:34 GMT 19.05.2026

Putin Arrives in Beijing on Official Visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Beijing on an official visit, a RIA Novosti correspondent reported on Tuesday.

The visit marks the 25th anniversary of the Russian-Chinese treaty on good-neighborliness, friendship and cooperation.

The main work program of the visit is scheduled for May 20, and it will begin with a welcoming ceremony for the Russian delegation at Beijing's central Tiananmen Square. After that, Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping will hold talks at the People's Assembly House.

15:23 GMT 19.05.2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin, left, and Chinese President Xi Jinping pose during their meeting at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing, China. - Sputnik International, 1920, 19.05.2026

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