China Hosts Putin as Belt and Road Forum Begins

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OCT 2023

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The Spin

Pro-China narrative

As turbulence plagues the Middle East and Europe, China's diplomatic and investment efforts are bringing together leaders from across the globe to promote international cooperation, peace, and stability. The Belt and Road Forum exemplifies China's continuing influence on the world stage.

Global Times

Anti-China narrative

While the Western world imposes sanctions on Russia over the invasion of Ukraine and works toward brokering peace and ensuring security in the Middle East, China is giving a platform to Putin and members of Afghanistan's Taliban government. Beijing isn't interested in global peace but in strengthening engagement with oppressive administrations.

The Telegraph