Xi and Putin Hold Key Video Call Following Trump’s Inauguration, Pledge to Strengthen Ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin engaged in a video call just hours after Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday. The two leaders pledged to elevate their bilateral relationship to “greater heights,” according to state media reports from both countries.

Putin, referring to Xi as a “dear friend,” expressed Russia’s commitment to building stronger ties with China, emphasizing the foundation of “friendship, mutual trust, and support,” despite external pressures from the international community. In response, Xi urged the continued deepening of strategic coordination, mutual support, and safeguarding their respective legitimate interests.

As Trump took office, tensions between the U.S. and China escalated, with the new president threatening tariffs on Beijing and labeling it an “abuser” of international trade. Additionally, Trump warned Russia of “big trouble” unless it reached a deal to end the war in Ukraine. In contrast, Putin reiterated that any resolution to the Ukraine conflict must prioritize Russian interests, according to Yuri Ushakov, Putin’s foreign affairs adviser.

Beijing has faced accusations of bolstering Russia’s war efforts by providing crucial components to Moscow amidst its ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Despite these tensions, the two nations have seen their economic cooperation soar. In 2023, bilateral trade reached a record high of $240 billion, marking a 64% increase from 2021, before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

During their conversation, Putin and Xi discussed a range of geopolitical topics, including the situations in the Middle East, South Korea, and Taiwan. The leaders confirmed their readiness to engage with the U.S. based on mutual respect and beneficial terms, provided the Trump administration demonstrates interest in such relations.

However, Ushakov clarified that the timing of the call was purely coincidental and was “not connected with Trump’s inauguration in any way.” He further mentioned that Xi and Putin expressed their intention to address “external uncertainties,” though no specific details were provided regarding these concerns.

Prior to this video call, Xi had held a phone conversation with Trump last week, in which the U.S. president described the discussion as “very good” for both nations. The two leaders discussed issues including trade, the fentanyl crisis, and the Chinese app TikTok.

Putin, who has not yet spoken directly with Trump, congratulated him publicly on Russian state television shortly before the inauguration. The video call between Xi and Putin marks the latest in a series of diplomatic engagements between the two countries, underscoring their growing partnership amidst global political challenges.

Xi and Putin Strengthen Bilateral Ties in Video Call Following Trump’s Inauguration

In a significant diplomatic move, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video conference just hours after Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 45th President of the United States. According to official state media from both countries, the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to taking their bilateral ties to “greater heights,” signaling the continuation of their close partnership in the face of global challenges.

Putin, in his remarks, called Xi a “dear friend” and highlighted the deepening friendship between Russia and China, built on mutual trust, respect, and unwavering support. This sentiment echoed in Xi’s response, where he urged both countries to further deepen their “strategic coordination” and strengthen their alignment on key international issues. He emphasized the need to “firm up mutual support” and safeguard their “legitimate interests” in an increasingly complex global landscape.

The timing of the video call coincided with rising tensions between the U.S. and China, especially as President Trump took a hardline stance on trade and security. On Tuesday, Trump threatened to impose tariffs on Chinese goods, calling China an “abuser” in global trade and warning Russia of “big trouble” unless it reaches a settlement to end its involvement in the war in Ukraine. These statements further strained U.S.-China relations and set the stage for heightened geopolitical competition between the two nations.

In their call, Putin reassured Xi that Russia would not waver on its position in Ukraine, making it clear that any settlement in the ongoing conflict must “respect Russian interests.” This comes as Beijing faces accusations of indirectly supporting Moscow’s war effort by providing critical components to Russia’s military apparatus, especially in the context of the Ukraine conflict.

Despite these tensions, the economic relationship between Russia and China has seen a dramatic surge. According to official statistics, trade between the two nations hit a record high of $240 billion in 2023, reflecting a more than 64% increase since 2021, when Russia invaded Ukraine. This growing economic bond is seen as a strategic response to the increasing pressure from the West, particularly from the U.S. and its allies.

Putin and Xi also touched on several other critical international issues during their call. They discussed developments in the Middle East, the Korean Peninsula, and Taiwan, all of which are areas of significant strategic interest for both countries. Notably, Xi expressed China’s readiness to work with Russia to counter “external uncertainties,” though no specific details were shared on how this might manifest in concrete policy actions.

In the context of U.S.-Russia relations, Ushakov, Putin’s foreign affairs adviser, revealed that both leaders confirmed their readiness to engage with the U.S. on a “mutually beneficial and respectful” basis. However, they also made it clear that this would depend on whether the Trump administration showed an interest in pursuing such a relationship. While Xi and Putin did not explicitly tie their conversation to Trump’s inauguration, the timing was seen as significant in the context of shifting global power dynamics and the prospect of renewed competition with the U.S.

Xi’s call with Trump the previous week was described as “very good” by the U.S. president, focusing primarily on trade, the fentanyl crisis, and the regulation of Chinese-owned apps such as TikTok. However, Trump and Putin have yet to hold a direct conversation, with Putin only offering congratulations to the new U.S. president through a public address on Russian state television.

This latest interaction between Xi and Putin highlights the strengthening of China-Russia relations, which continue to evolve as both nations seek to assert their influence in the global order. Their strategic partnership is seen as a counterbalance to Western dominance, with the leaders’ recent discussions signaling their intent to work closely together in addressing both regional and global challenges. The call also underscores the complexity of international diplomacy in an era where economic, political, and military considerations are increasingly intertwined.

Courtesy: Hindustan Times

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