Russian and Chinese leaders meet amid Western sanctions and disruptions in global energy supplies from the Iran conflict.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing for a two-day state visit starting May 19, marking his 25th trip to China since taking office. The visit coincides with the 25th anniversary of the Sino-Russian Treaty of Friendship and follows recent U.S.-China talks in Beijing.
The meeting occurs as both nations face strained relations with the West and an ongoing energy crisis exacerbated by the war in Iran. Global energy supplies have tightened, adding pressure to commodity markets already volatile due to sanctions and geopolitical tensions.
Analysts expect discussions to focus on energy cooperation, trade, and strategic alignment amid shifting global alliances. The outcome may influence commodity prices and supply chain stability in the near term.