Xi Jinping Welcomes Putin Amid Global Pressure and Shift in China's Diplomatic Ties

Chinese leader Xi Jinping is welcoming Russian President Vladimir Putin as Beijing seeks to boost ties with Moscow amid growing pressure on Trump's presidency at home. The visit comes just days after China hosted President Donald Trump, who left without signing a major trade deal. Russia and China have been strengthening their economic cooperation, while Putin faces challenges back in Russia, including rising protests and economic woes. The meeting will focus on expanding bilateral ties and cooperation between the two nations.