China Hosts Back-to-Back Summits with U.S. and Russia, Highlighting Strategic Position
China is hosting significant back-to-back summits with the United States and Russia, marking a pivotal moment in international diplomacy. President Trump recently concluded his visit to China, and Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to visit shortly after. This marks the first time China has hosted leaders from both the White House and the Kremlin in the same month outside of a multilateral setting. The meetings underscore China's efforts to manage its relationships with both countries and position itself as a central power in a fragmented global order. During Putin's visit, discussions will focus on bilateral cooperation and international issues, with the potential inclusion of Russia's war in Ukraine on the agenda. 
