Visa-free travel, porcelain set, oil and gas: highlights of Putin's visit to China
The Russian president announced agreement on forty bilateral documents
Trump says in no rush to make decisions on Iran, Strait of Hormuz, giving diplomacy chance
The US president earlier stated that he had decided to postpone the resumption of hostilities against Iran at the request of Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia
Armenia made series of unfriendly steps towards Russia recently — top security official
According to Sergey Shoigu, this is how Moscow views the decisions to join the International Criminal Court, to extradite Russian citizens to third countries, and to make things harder for Russian economic entities
Russian troops destroy German-made Gepard anti-aircraft gun in Ukraine operation
The Ukrainian army lost roughly 990 troops in battles with Russian forces in all the frontline areas over the past 24 hours
FACTBOX: What is known about Bank of Russia vs Euroclear litigation
According to the case database, the appellate court partially upheld Pervaya Management Company's claims and ruled that Euroclear must pay it approximately 32 billion rubles
Putin concludes his visit to China
A brief farewell ceremony was organized for the Russian leader upon his arrival at the airport
Putin, Xi Jinping wrap up informal meeting over tea
During the 90-minute sitdown, the most important issues on the agenda were broached
Putin thanks Xi Jinping for extensive joint work in Beijing
The Russian president stressed that Moscow and Beijing had carried out productive and substantial work
Putin, Xi attend TASS-Xinhua photo exhibit on Russia-China relations’ development
TASS Director General Andrey Kondrashov and Xinhua CEO Fu Hua took the high-ranking guests to an improvised tour, presenting 26 photographs
Development of Russia-China partnership: key Putin’s statements
Trade turnover between Russia and China has grown by more than 10% this year
Possibility of Putin-Trump meeting, spirit of Beijing: what Kremlin aide said
Yury Ushakov emphasized that he knew nothing about the "spirit of Anchorage," in contrast to the "spirit of Beijing," which indeed exists
Root causes of conflict in Ukraine, visa formalities: Russia-China statement highlights
Russia and China will improve military cooperation mechanisms
Putin, Xi highlight exemplary relations, their role as strategic pillars at Beijing talks
The Russian leader described Russia and China as "important trade partners for each other"
China interested in increasing volumes of oil supplies from Russia — Novak
The Russian deputy prime minister said earlier that Moscow and Beijing planned to discuss new energy projects during the Russian delegation’s visit to China
Press Review
- Press review: Russia, China shape new global security while Moscow launches nuclear drillsTop stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, May 20th
- Press review: Putin China visit puts energy sector in focus as Trump signals bluff on IranTop stories from the Russian press on Tuesday, May 19th
- Press review: US, Israel preparing new strikes against Iran as Ukraine mum on Russia talksTop stories from the Russian press on Monday, May 18th
- Press review: China, US temper rivalry and Yermak case hides Ukraine corruption underbellyTop stories from the Russian press on Friday, May 15th
- Press review: Russia not done building nuke triad and Trump taps Xi to help with IranTop stories from the Russian press on Thursday, May 14th
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- 15th Anniversary Season of the International Eventiada Awards 2026 is Now Open
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- Submission of applications for the Eventiada Awards will last until September 30
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- New leadership navigates China on right courseSenior officials have strong expertise, rich local-level experience, analysts say
IN BRIEF: Putin on stabilizing role of Russia-China ties, economy, energy at talks with Xi
According to the Russian leader, Moscow and Beijing build their dialogue based on equality and respect for each other’s interests as they pursue the goal of promoting the well-being of their nations
Putin meets Chinese engineer 26 years after iconic joint photo
The Russian president received a porcelain tea set as a souvenir from Peng Pai and presented him with a reciprocal gift
Launch of Xudapu NPP to provide China with cheap, clean energy — Putin
According to the Russian president, Moscow and Beijing also have major potential for cooperation in renewable energy, particularly in implementing joint low-carbon generation projects
Press review: Russia, China shape new global security while Moscow launches nuclear drills
Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, May 20th
Russia, China to continue coordinating positions in G20, WTO, IMF — Putin
The Russian president added that both countries intend to promote the alignment of integrated processes within the EAEU and China’s Belt and Road Initiative
China to extend visa-free regime with Russia until end of 2027 — Foreign Ministry
According to Spokesman Guo Jiakun, the measure allows to further simplify humanitarian exchanges between China and Russia
Russian, Chinese delegations sign 20 documents on sidelines of talks in Beijing
The ceremony took place in the presence of the two countries’ leaders, Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping
Kremlin says calls from Lithuania’s top diplomat to attack Kaliningrad verge on insanity
Dmitry Peskov believes that such statements should not be taken seriously
Putin describes Russia-China talks involving key officials as substantive
According to the Russian president, the talks were held in a traditionally friendly and trust-based atmosphere
RDIF expands cooperation with Chinese partners through new agreements in Beijing
The deals were signed during President Vladimir Putin’s visit to Beijing
US Senate advances resolution to end war with Iran
Alongside most Democrats, Republicans Rand Paul, Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, and Bill Cassidy also voted in favor
Putin, Xi Jinping set to discuss key global issues during talks in Beijing
The meeting will be their second contact this year
Trump briefed on military options against Iran on May 18 — Axios
According to information obtained by the news portal, the meeting was originally scheduled for May 19, with some officials expecting the US president to make a decision on potential strikes against the Islamic Republic during the consultations
Russia to respond proportionately if any country conducts nuclear tests — senior diplomat
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov says the current situation requires the readiness of the national infrastructure
UK bans imports of Russian uranium
The new measures include a ban on the provision of technical assistance, financial services and funds, and brokering services related to these goods.
UK authorizes import of diesel and jet fuel produced from Russian oil from third countries
The exceptions to the sanctions rules come into force on May 20 and are of an indefinite duration