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Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov visits China to discuss Middle East war
Lavrov said Russia can help cover China’s energy shortfalls as oil and gas prices rise after the Strait of Hormuz blockade.
- Chinese President Xi Jinping praised the stable ties with Russia and promised deeper cooperation during Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov's visit amid ongoing global conflicts and energy concerns.
- Lavrov stated that Russia and China support negotiating a settlement to the Iran war and that Russia can compensate for any energy shortages affecting China and other countries.
- Lavrov announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to visit China in the first half of 2026, likely during the week beginning May 18, to further strengthen the China-Russia partnership.
- Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of strategic coordination between China and Russia and reaffirmed their comprehensive strategic partnership on its 30th anniversary.
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Russia promises China more energy supplies. Xi and Putin meet in May. Trump's blockade drives both powers closer together.
If the war in the Middle East continues for a few weeks, oil could be scarce in China. On his visit to Beijing, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov promises to help the big neighbour.
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Xi meets Russian FM as leaders flock to China over Middle East war
China's President Xi Jinping met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Wednesday, Chinese state media said, as a string of leaders of countries impacted by the Middle East war
·Cherokee County, United States
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