Chinese President Visit Russia from Wednesday to Saturday

Russia announced on Sunday that the Chinese president will visit the country from Wednesday to Saturday in the 80th anniversary of World War II victory against Nazi Germany. XI Jinping will also address the Ukrainian conflict.

According to a statement issued by Kremlin and quoted by France-Presse (AFP), Xi Jinping will also participate in bilateral discussions on “the development of world partnership relations and strategic interaction” and “current problems in the order of International and Regional Day”.

« It is expected that a series of bilateral documents, between governments and ministries, are signed, » adds the Kremlin note.

In addition to Xi Jinping, leaders from about 20 countries are expected to watch the military parade on 9 May in Red Square, including Brazilian President Lula da Silva and other traditional international allies in Moscow.

On Saturday, Kremlin accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of threatening celebrations after stating that Kiev could not ensure the safety of international leaders in Moscow.

Volodymyr Zelensky “has made an unambiguous threat to world leaders” who will participate in the ceremony, Russian diplomacy spokesman Maria Zakharova said on social networks, according to Russian news agency Tass.

Zakharova commented on statements made on Friday night by Zelensky about the celebrations chaired by Vladimir Putin.

Zelensky said Kiev could not guarantee the safety of the international leaders present, suggesting that Moscow can do something to blame Ukraine.

« We do not know what Russia will do on that date. You can take several measures, such as fires or explosions, and then accuse us, » said the Ukrainian President.