The East Meets Again: Putin's Visit to China Raises Questions About Global Politics Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit China next week, just days after US President Donald Trump concluded his high profile trip to Beijing.
On its surface, this bilateral exchange may seem routine, but scratch beneath the veneer and you'll find a complex web of geopolitics at play.
The timing of Putin's visit is telling, coming on the heels of Trump's own visit. China's ability to host both leaders within days speaks volumes about its growing influence on the global stage.