Putin Prepares For High-Profile China Visit To Meet Xi Jinping Amid Mounting US Pressure

Last Updated:August 30, 2025, 06:29 IST

Putin highlighted the growing economic ties between Russia and China, noting that bilateral trade has grown by approximately 100 billion US dollars since 2021.

The visit may also include discussions on Western sanctions against Russia and recent US tariffs on Chinese goods (Photo: AFP File)

Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit China on August 31 to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Tianjin Summit and participate in China’s Victory Day (V-Day) commemorations in Beijing. During the high-profile visit, Putin will hold key meetings with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as part of the SCO engagements. Additionally, he is expected to join North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during the military parade celebrations.

In the lead-up to his visit, President Putin gave a written interview to Chinese state news agency Xinhua, where he discussed the key themes that are likely to dominate the diplomatic meetings. Reflecting on Xi Jinping’s state visit to Russia in May, Putin described it as a “resounding success."

“I look forward to holding in-depth discussions with Xi on all aspects of the bilateral agenda," Putin stated, adding that both leaders would also “exchange views on pressing regional and international issues." He further praised Xi’s “genuine commitment to advancing our comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation."

Putin highlighted the growing economic ties between Russia and China, noting that bilateral trade has grown by approximately 100 billion US dollars since 2021. “In Russia, we deeply value the Chinese leader’s genuine commitment," he added.

According to Putin, China is now Russia’s top trading partner, while Russia ranked fifth among China’s foreign trade partners last year. Energy remains a cornerstone of their trade relations, with Russia maintaining its status as a leading oil and gas exporter to China.

“Russia is one of the world’s principal markets for Chinese car exports," Putin said. “Together, we are building high-tech manufacturing and infrastructure facilities. We also have large-scale plans in the construction materials industry."

The visit may also include discussions on Western sanctions against Russia and recent US tariffs on Chinese goods. While Putin held talks with US President Donald Trump earlier this month on the Ukraine conflict, there has been little progress. Meanwhile, hostilities between Russia and Ukraine continue through both direct and indirect attacks.

China, for its part, is engaged in ongoing trade negotiations with the US after both countries imposed high retaliatory tariffs on each other earlier this year.

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