Xi Jinping arrives in Moscow for talks with Putin

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Moscow on Monday for talks with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin.

An honor guard welcomed Xi at Moscow's Vnukovo government airport, with a red carpet rolled out in front of the aircraft.

The highly anticipated visit is Xi's first to the Russian capital since Putin launched his war against Ukraine in February last year.

In a statement, the Kremlin said the two leaders would discuss Beijing's proposals to bring the conflict to an end, with Putin expected to offer a "detailed explanation" of Moscow's view on the situation.

China has called for a cease-fire and put forward a 12-point peace plan that has been criticized by the West.

Ukraine's Foreign Ministry said it was "closely" following Xi's visit and urged him to use Beijing's influence to push for an end to the war.

Beijing has refused to condemn the invasion and has instead sought to present itself as a neutral party and potential mediator while reaffirming its close ties to Moscow.

Source: DW