Xi Affirms Chinas Alliance with Russia Against Western Hegemony During Kremlin Visit

During a visit to the Kremlin on Thursday, Chinese President Xi Jinping expressed support for Russia in its fight against what he termed «hegemonic bullying,» coinciding with Moscow’s preparations to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany in World War II.

Over twenty foreign dignitaries have gathered in the Russian capital for the city’s annual military parade on Friday, with Xi standing out as the most prominent attendee this year.

«In the face of the global tide of unilateralism and hegemonic aggression, China is committed to collaborating with Russia to fulfill the unique responsibilities of major world powers,» Xi stated to Putin, as reported by the Kremlin.

The Chinese leader emphasized the strengthening of «political mutual trust» and the growth of cooperation between China and Russia.

In response, Putin noted that Moscow and Beijing are «enhancing our relationships for the benefit of our peoples and do not intend to confront anyone.»

Xi’s trip coincided with Ukraine’s allegations that Russia had breached a 72-hour ceasefire that Putin had declared unilaterally in advance of Friday’s military parade in Red Square.

While Beijing positions itself as a neutral force in the conflict, Western nations accuse China of providing Russia with economic and diplomatic support.

During Thursday’s meeting in the Kremlin, Putin drew comparisons between the wartime experiences of Russia and China, highlighting the 27 million Soviet and 37 million Chinese lives lost in World War II.

«Together with our Chinese allies, we stand firmly on the side of historical truth, committed to safeguarding the memory of the war years and combating contemporary manifestations of neo-Nazism and militarism,» the Russian president stated, reiterating his long-held assertion that the West aims to downplay the Soviet Union’s contribution in defeating Nazi Germany.