The Chinese-Russian relations were not always as close as Xi's current visit to Moscow suggests. On the contrary. A little more than 50 years ago, both countries were on the brink of military escalation.
By Marcel Grzanna
Xi Jinping's trip to Russia is China's attempt to present itself as a peacemaker. But Xi is neither concerned with Russia nor with Ukraine. He is positioning himself and Vladimir Putin as a strong front against the enemy in Washington.
By Michael Radunski
In a long newspaper article, Xi Jinping explains what he and Russia aim to achieve: Offering the countries of the world modernization with Chinese characteristics. He receives full support from Putin.
By Michael Radunski