**Chinese President Xi Jinping Arrives in Moscow for Victory Day Celebrations**
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Moscow on May 8, marking the beginning of his visit to Russia ahead of the country’s Victory Day parade. This visit comes as China continues to strengthen its ties with Russia, despite the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
**Leaders Converge on Moscow for Victory Day Parade**
Xi is expected to attend the Victory Day parade in Moscow on May 9, along with other world leaders, including Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico. However, Fico’s attendance remains uncertain due to illness.
**Strengthening Ties between China and Russia**
The Kremlin had previously announced that during Xi’s visit, Beijing and Moscow would “sign a number of bilateral intergovernmental and interdepartmental documents” aimed at strengthening Chinese-Russian relations. These developments come as China has become Moscow’s leading supplier of dual-use goods that bolster Russia’s defense industry.
**China’s Role in the Conflict**
China’s ties with Russia have strengthened since the Kremlin launched its full-scale war against Ukraine. While China has positioned itself as a potential mediator in the conflict, it has simultaneously criticized the U.S. and its allies for “exacerbating” the war by supplying weapons to Ukraine. NATO has labeled China a “decisive enabler” of Russia’s aggression.
**Evidence Emerges of Chinese Involvement**
Kyiv has presented Beijing with evidence that Chinese citizens and companies have participated in Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine, the Foreign Ministry reported on April 22. This revelation marks a significant escalation in tensions between China and Ukraine.
As Xi meets with Putin, it is clear that China’s involvement in the conflict goes beyond mere diplomatic support. The question remains: what role will China play as the war rages on?
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