Kremlin reveals details of Putin-Xi meeting

On 31 August 2026, the Kremlin gave details of a meeting between Putin and Xi in Bishkek. Peskov said the Ukraine crisis was discussed only in passing. Xi told Putin that the foundations of China-Russia ties will be stronger, called for stronger cooperation as 'uncertainties' rise, and said the aspiration of the peoples of both countries for peace and development remains unchanged. Putin called Xi a 'dear friend'. Xi also said China is ready to work with Uzbekistan for a new 'golden decade', and Xi and Japarov charted a new course for China-Kyrgyzstan ties with a landmark accord and a flagship railway project.