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As Beijing prepared fighter flyovers, Xi used the SCO platform to promote a new governance initiative.
Putin affirmed the strategic partnership, celebrating “unprecedentedly” high relations and sealing a pipeline deal spanning decades.
Kim Jong-un’s Beijing visit, with Kim Ju-ae, marked a rare international stage for Pyongyang’s leadership.
Talks with Slovakia’s Robert Fico highlighted differing European approaches to Ukraine, sanctions, and energy.
China’s visa-free policy for Russians from 15 September and more than 20 signed documents pointed to broadening cooperation.