Xi Jinping and Putin Expand Eurasian Security Club

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed their strong alliance against the U.S.-led international order at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Kazakhstan. The SCO, founded in 2001 by China and Russia, has expanded to include countries like India, Iran, and Pakistan to counter Western influence. Both leaders emphasized the importance of their collaboration in maintaining global stability and a multipolar world order, stating that their cooperation is not targeted against any specific country. The summit also focused on enhancing economic and political ties among member nations, with Putin using the opportunity to showcase Russia's international engagement despite Western sanctions. The meeting underscores the ongoing efforts by Xi and Putin to demonstrate unity in the face of geopolitical challenges.