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China and Russia: A partnership of equals?

Ralph Martin
September 2, 2025

How is Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin's "limitless partnership" faring amid Russia's war of attrition in Ukraine, Western sanctions, and China's tariff woes with the US? DW takes a look.

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China and Russia's "no limits" alliance is under strain as Moscow grows increasingly reliant on Beijing for trade and technology.

Yet Xi Jinping continues to support Putin — while closely observing global reactions to the war in Ukraine, potentially preparing for future moves on Taiwan.