Weekend Watching and Reading: China and Russia, Putin and XiJinping, the possibilities are ENDLESS!

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'Catching the Chinese wind in Russia's economic sails'. That is what Russia's President Vladimir Putin says he is aiming to do. He is currently signing cooperation agreements with the new Chinese leader, after landmark talks in Moscow. Shee Jinping picked Russia for his first trip abroad, since taking office earlier this month. Raffaello Pantucci, co-founder of the Young China Watchers professional network, talks to RT about the growing partnership between Russia and China.

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Vladimir Putin rolls out the red carpet (and guards on horseback) for visit of President Xi Jinping - Asia - World - The Independent:

With US-Russia relationship toxic, Moscow looks to strengthen ties with China - CSMonitor.com:

Chinese leader bolsters Russian ties on first foreign trip - The Globe and Mail:

In lavish reception, Putin greets China president - NBC40.net:


China's new leader Xi Jinping has arrived in Moscow for his first overseas trip since becoming president.

He described Russian President Vladimir Putin as a good friend he could speak openly with.

The two leaders are holding talks focusing on energy and investment.
Al Jazeera's Robin Forestier Walker reports from Moscow.

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President Xi Jinping has left Beijing for state visits to Russia, Tanzania, South Africa and the Republic of Congo.

Xi Jinping is abroad at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin, Tanzanian President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, South African President Jacob Zuma and President of the Republic of Congo, Denis Sassou Nguesso.

During his time in Russia, Xi Jinping will inaugurate the Year of Chinese Tourism in Russia in 2013, and deliver a speech at Moscow State Institute of International Relations. He will also attend the fifth leaders' summit of BRICS countries in South Africa. The Summit will be held from March the 26th to 27th in Durban.

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