On the eve of the Ukraine war anniversary, Xi Jinping engages in separate calls with Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump, emphasizing the importance of bilateral cooperation and strategic alignment. Amidst the backdrop of escalating tensions and shifting global dynamics, Xi underscores the need for China and Russia to strengthen their partnership, particularly in the face of Western sanctions and economic cooperation. In a similar vein, Xi and Trump discuss a range of issues, including trade, military affairs, and the Taiwan situation, with Trump expressing satisfaction with China's commitment to increased purchases of US soybeans. The calls come as China and Russia continue to forge a united front against the West, with Xi reiterating his support for the United Nations and its role in international affairs. This strategic alignment is further solidified by recent meetings between Chinese and Russian officials, including Foreign Minister Wang Yi's discussions with Russian security chief Sergei Shoigu, emphasizing the need for multilateralism and a multipolar world order.
