MOSCOW – Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in the Russian capital on Wednesday for a high-profile state visit and to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany in the Great Patriotic War. The trip underscores deepening ties between Beijing and Moscow amid evolving geopolitical dynamics.
Analysts describe Xi’s presence at the Victory Day celebrations as both a symbolic nod to historical cooperation and a platform to strengthen contemporary strategic partnerships. Economic and diplomatic discussions with Russian leadership are expected to focus on trade connectivity, energy collaboration, and multilateral coordination on global security matters.
“China and Russia, as major responsible countries, should strive to make new contributions to human progress,” Xi stated in pre-arrival remarks. His agenda includes bilateral meetings with President Vladimir Putin and attendance at a gala event honoring WWII veterans.
The visit comes as businesses across Asia monitor opportunities arising from renewed infrastructure investments and cross-border supply chain initiatives. Meanwhile, cultural observers highlight shared commemorations of wartime resilience as a bridge for cultural diplomacy.
