China’s Strategic Alliance with Russia
Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to embark on a diplomatic visit to Europe to strengthen China’s alliance with Russia. The visit will include stops in key European countries with varying degrees of ties to the Kremlin.
France: A Key Ukraine Backer
Xi Jinping’s first stop will be in France, a country that has been a key supporter of Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. Despite this stance, China aims to emphasize its “no limits” alliance with Russia to deepen political and economic cooperation with France.
Serbia and Hungary: Close Ties to Russia
Following France, Xi Jinping will visit Serbia and Hungary, two countries with historically close ties to the Kremlin. China sees these visits as opportunities to strengthen its presence in Europe and counterbalance its strained relationship with the United States.
