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Russia’s Putin and China’s Xi emphasize close reations, a day after Trump is sworn in as president

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, proposing to further develop their strategic partnership on January 21, 2025, a day after Donald Trump's inauguration as U.S. President.
Putin emphasized that Russia-China relations are based on shared interests, equality, and mutual benefits, noting they do not depend on internal political factors and the current international environment.
Xi praised the growing strength of China-Russia relations and expressed readiness to deepen strategic cooperation to safeguard the interests of both countries.
Trump indicated that Putin should make a deal to end the war in Ukraine, stating that the conflict is 'destroying' Russia, while the Kremlin expressed openness to dialogue with the new U.S. Administration.