Instead of focusing on a solution to the war in Ukraine, the Chinese leader’s visit to Moscow reinforced China and Russia’s shared opposition to American dominance.
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Xi and Putin Bind China and Russia’s Economies Further, Despite War in Ukraine
On the second day of the Chinese leader’s state visit in Moscow, Xi Jinping and Vladimir V. Putin declared an enduring economic partnership, in an effort to insulate their countries from punitive Western measures.
Your Wednesday Briefing: China, Japan Divided on Ukraine
Also, an I.M.F. loan to Sri Lanka and the Japan-U.S. final in the World Baseball Classic.
Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida Visits Ukraine
Fumio Kishida, who has been seeking a more active role for his country in international affairs, made an unannounced trip to meet with Ukraine’s president.
Japan-Korea Relations Improve, but Ties Are Still Fragile
Both sides face potential political snags, as well as a delicate balancing act in a region where the United States and China are competing for influence.
Your Friday Briefing: Macron Pushes Through Pension Bill
Also, Poland says it will give Ukraine warplanes and Japan extends a hand to South Korea.
After 12 Years, Japan Will Welcome a South Korean Leader to Tokyo
The first such visit to Japan by a South Korean president in 12 years is a tangible step toward thawing relations, but both leaders face challenges.
Your Monday Briefing: A Fatal Plane Crash in Nepal
Also a major attack in Ukraine, Japan’s military ambitions and a preview of the Australian Open.
Biden and Kishida, Japan’s PM, Meet to Discuss China’s Growing Power
The two leaders discussed tensions with China, North Korea and Russia and plans for deterrence in Asia with U.S. troops and missiles.
Surrounded by Threats, Japan Rethinks Decades of Military Dependency
As it pushes to significantly increase defense spending and develop more of its own hardware, the country may nudge the balance of power in Asia.