A few days after taking charge for a fifth term, Russian President Vladimir Putin will reach China on Thursday on a two-day state visit. It is Putin’s first state visit since his new term as president began.
During his China tour, Putin will discuss with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, regarding the future course of their strategic alliance amid mounting pressure on Beijing to scale down its support to Moscow’s continuing war in Ukraine.
Both leaders will exchange views on bilateral relations and international issues.
Chinese head of state, Xi has invited Putin for a state visit to China from May 16 to 17.