Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping recently reaffirmed their strategic partnership during a phone call, with Beijing expressing support for Moscow’s renewed dialogue with Washington aimed at resolving the Ukraine crisis. According to the Kremlin, the conversation underscored the growing importance of the Russian-Chinese foreign policy tandem as a stabilizing factor in global affairs, signaling a shift in the geopolitical landscape that could have significant implications for the future of the Ukraine conflict.

The phone call, described as “warm and friendly” by both sides, was requested by Moscow, reflecting Russia’s desire to consolidate its alliance with China as it navigates complex diplomatic challenges. During the exchange, Putin briefed Xi on Russia’s recent communications with the United States, which have rekindled hopes for a peaceful resolution to the protracted conflict in Ukraine. Xi responded positively, acknowledging the “positive efforts” made by Russia and other relevant parties to address the crisis. This mutual endorsement highlights the deepening coordination between Moscow and Beijing, which has become increasingly pronounced in recent years.

In a joint statement, the two leaders emphasized that their foreign policy collaboration is strategically oriented, resilient to external pressure, and poses no threat to third parties. This assertion appears to be a direct response to Western narratives that portray the Russia-China alliance as a challenge to the existing........

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