Xi Tells Trump Putin May ‘Regret’ War, ICC Targeted in 3-Way Power Play Talks in Beijing

On 19 May 2026, Putin arrived in Beijing for a state visit, days after Trump's visit to China. Xi Jinping hosted him, and outlets described China as projecting a stable global role while also seeking stable relations with the United States after the Trump summit. Reuters reported tea diplomacy between the two leaders, and Nikkei Asia said they would reaffirm ties and talk energy.

Reuters reported that Xi and Putin united in criticism of the US on nuclear and security issues, but failed to clinch a big gas deal. Kyiv Post reported that Xi told Trump that Putin may 'regret' the war.