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Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have made a sweeping affirmation of their alignment across a host of issues – and shared mistrust of the United States – in a lengthy statement following talks between the two leaders in Moscow this week.
Their meeting, which took place under the shadow of Russia’s onslaught in Ukraine, left no question about Beijing’s commitment to developing its rapport with Moscow, despite Putin’s growing isolation on the global stage as its devastating war continues into its second year.
Regarding the Paris 2024 Olympics, the communist leaders welcome the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) move to allow Russians to compete as neutrals. While many nations are petitioning to ban Russia’s participation, there are fears at the IOC that expelling the nation could lead to rival breakaway sporting events which could challenge the Olympics. – Full report
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