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Lukashenko Accuses U.S. of Trying to Divide Russia and China

“It seems to me they are trying to pit the Russians against the Chinese. The Russians must not allow that,” the Belarusian leader said.

Trump Eyes Summit With Xi-Putin, Shaking Up World Order

"When we straighten it all out, then I want one of the first meetings I have is with President Xi of China, President Putin of Russia," said Trump.

China and India Halt Russian Oil Purchases for March – Reuters

Offers for ESPO Blend crude supplies to China in March rose to premiums of $3 to $5 per barrel above Brent Crude.

In Photos: Moscow Prepares to Celebrate Chinese New Year

Red decorations can be seen across the Russian capital ahead of the holiday.

Putin, Xi Hail Lukashenko’s Victory Amid Western Condemnation

Vladimir Putin said Sunday’s election showed Lukashenko had the “undoubted” backing of the people.

Sanctions Create Opportunities for Chinese Tech Companies in Russia

With their primary focus on software development and cryptocurrency mining, these firms are reshaping the Russian tech landscape.

Russian Coal and Steel Exports to China Shrink in 2024

Overall trade growth between the two countries slowed to 1.9% in 2024, down from 26% in 2023.

Putin and Xi Tout Growing Partnership During Video Call

Vladimir Putin said Russia and China were strengthening ties “on the basis of friendship, mutual trust and support” despite external pressures.

China-Russia Trade Hit Record High in 2024

The total value of imports and exports between the two countries amounted to $244.8 billion, a modest increase from $240.1 billion in 2023.

Russia ‘Shares Grief’ Over Tibet Earthquake, Putin Tells Xi

The devastating earthquake in Tibet killed at least 95 people and collapsed "many buildings," Chinese state media reported.

China Gains Foothold in Kazakh Uranium Mining as Russia’s Rosatom Sells Stakes

Uranium One Group sold 49.99% of its shares in Kazakhstan to Astana Mining Company, whose parent company is China’s State Nuclear Uranium Resources Development...

Russia’s Medvedev in Beijing for Talks With Chinese Leaders

"The visit to China by Mr. Medvedev... is an important high-level exchange between China and Russia," China's foreign ministry spokeswoman said.

South Korea Scrambles Jets as Chinese, Russian Warplanes Approach

Five Chinese and six Russian military aircraft entered and exited the Korea Air Defense Identification Zone in the East Sea and South Sea, Seoul's Joint...

Shoigu Tells China’s Foreign Minister That U.S. ‘Containment’ Must Be Countered

Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu is in Beijing this week for talks with Chinese officials and to attend an airshow.

Russia’s Shoigu To Visit China Next Week

The former defense minister will visit China for "consultations on strategic security issues" with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.

China’s Xi Hails Russia Ties in ‘Chaotic’ World in Putin Talks

The Chinese leader met with President Vladimir Putin at the BRICS summit in Kazan.

U.S. Sanctions Chinese Firms Producing Drones for Russia

The U.S. Treasury Department accused “China-based” experts of helping Russia to design and develop one of its long-range attack drones.

Moscow and Beijing Pledge to Strengthen Military Ties as Russian Defense Minister Visits China

Defense Minister Andrei Belousov was greeted by saluting Chinese servicemen and a military band playing the Russian national anthem.

Russia, China Hold Joint Navy Patrol in the Pacific

Russian and Chinese navy ships practiced anti-submarine tactics in the northeast of the Pacific Ocean.

Russia’s Central Bank Steps Up Yuan Sales Amid Deficit

The Russian domestic market reportedly saw a yuan liquidity shortage this summer as some large exporters turned to borrowing in CNY amid ruble interest...

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