United Against Neo-Nazism: Xi Jinping and Putin Commemorate World War II Victory

In a historic gathering marking 80 years since World War II's conclusion, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping highlighted their united front against 'neo-Nazism.' Both leaders portrayed their collaboration as essential in confronting current geopolitical challenges, particularly amid tensions with the West.

Xi's visit to Moscow for the celebrations symbolizes a significant political and diplomatic endorsement for Putin, who has cast the Ukraine conflict as a battle against modern-day Nazis. The narrative, disputed by Ukraine and its allies, draws parallels between past and present militarism.

The leaders' discussions focused on their countries' roles as U.N. Security Council members. They pledged to combat unilateralism, inferred as U.S. actions, and support economic globalization. This partnership gains traction as the global community navigates the Russia-Ukraine conflict and China's tariff war with the U.S.

(With inputs from agencies.)