Is Beijing Becoming the World’s New Diplomatic Capital?

19 May, 2026, 01:45 pm

Last modified: 19 May, 2026, 01:50 pm

Is Beijing Becoming the World’s New Diplomatic Capital?

19 May, 2026, 01:45 pm

Last modified: 19 May, 2026, 01:50 pm

China is hosting both Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin within the same week, highlighting Beijing's growing diplomatic influence during rising global tensions. Putin's visit focuses on energy cooperation, the Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, and China-Russia ties, while Trump's talks with Xi Jinping covered rare-earth shortages, Taiwan, and the Strait of Hormuz. This video explains how China is positioning itself as a stable global power amid trade disputes, war, and energy uncertainty.

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