Xi Welcomes Putin, Talks Nuclear Energy, Taiwan, Trump
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- Xi Jinping gave Vladimir Putin a red‑carpet welcome in Beijing.
- Xi delivered a veiled jab at the United States during the talks.
- China and Russia discussed expanding nuclear energy cooperation.
- Taiwan was a central topic, with China reaffirming its claim.
- Trump's 'Golden Dome' was mentioned as a reference point in the discussion.
Why it matters: China and Russia deepen their strategic partnership, boosting joint nuclear projects and presenting a unified stance on Taiwan, while the United States faces heightened diplomatic pressure and reduced leverage in the region.
