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On Feb. 4, Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping just hours ahead of the opening ceremony for the Beijing Winter Olympics. The meeting made headlines, and has people asking: Could China be the overlooked player in the Russia-Ukraine crisis?
Today, we dive into the complicated history between the two countries — and whether Russia’s moves on Ukraine might serve as a template with China and Taiwan.
More reading:
Beijing may be tempted to side with Putin in the Ukraine conflict. But at what cost?
Putin heads to China to bolster ties amid Ukraine tensions
Op-Ed: Whether it sides with Russia or not, China will pay a price
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