Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit Russia next year, according to Russian Ambassador Morgulov in Beijing. Preparations are underway for the visit, although the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs has not yet confirmed the report. Xi’s last visit to Russia was in March 2023, where he was welcomed in the Kremlin. Morgulov noted China’s understanding of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and emphasized the need for a joint response to U.S. policies, particularly concerning NATO’s military presence in the region.