"Xi and Lavrov's Meeting Strengthens China-Russia Alliance Amidst Global Tensions"

Chinese leader Xi Jinping met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in a show of mutual support and opposition to Western democracies amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Lavrov expressed admiration for China's successes and highlighted shared opposition to efforts restraining their development. While China has not provided direct military support for Russia, it has backed it diplomatically and maintained robust economic connections amid sanctions from the West. Both countries reaffirmed solidarity in international affairs and called for a ceasefire, but China's peace proposal has found little traction due to its continuing support for Russia. The meeting underscores the growing alignment of China and Russia's foreign policies and their shared opposition to Western influence.