Xi and Putin attack US policy at Beijing summit

of bilateral relations and highlighted cooperation in trade, energy, technology and diplomacy. However, the summit did not deliver a final agreement on the long-discussed Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline, a project seen as important for Russia’s future energy exports to China.

China balances between rivals
The meeting came shortly after US President Donald Trump’s visit to Beijing, giving the summit added geopolitical weight. China appeared keen to show that it can manage relations with Washington while maintaining a close partnership with Moscow.

A signal to the wider world
The summit’s language was aimed beyond the United States. It was also a message to emerging economies that China and Russia see themselves as alternatives to Western-led global structures. Whether that message gains traction will depend on economics, security and the credibility of both powers.

Newshub Editorial in Asia – 21 May 2026

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