PUTIN TO VISIT XI IN MAY IN IST OVERSEAS TRIP AFTER RE-ELECTION
Why in the news?
Putin’s upcoming visit to Xi Jinping in May signifies diplomatic engagement amid Western criticism and strengthening Russia-China relations.
source:wikimedia
About Scheduled Diplomatic Engagement:
- Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to visit China in May for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking his first overseas trip after re-election.
- Five anonymous sources familiar with the matter confirmed the planned visit, with details independently verified by four other sources.
- The visit is expected to occur in the latter half of May, preceding Xi’s planned trip to Europe.
About one china policy:
● Maintains ‘One China’ policy recognizing Taiwan as part of China. ● Nations recognizing the People’s Republic of China(PRC) must break ties with the Republic of China(ROC). ● Recognizes mainland China as legitimate, considers Taiwan as a breakaway. ● Maintains unofficial ties with Taiwan. ● Supports Taiwan by providing military equipment and intelligence against external aggression. Understanding Importance of Taiwan: ● Taiwan is crucial in semiconductor production, supplying chips for various electronic devices. ● It dominates semiconductor outsourcing, with contract manufacturers contributing over 60% of global revenue. |