The Chinese leader begins a long four-day visit to Russia this week to "further strengthen their close relationship," according to a Beijing spokesperson. The Chinese army's Honor Guard paraded through the streets of Moscow on Sunday night.

It is already known that Xi Jinping will fly to Russia at the invitation of Vladimir Putin. The President of China will make a four-day visit during which he will participate in, among other things, the Victory Day celebrations.

Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Russia May 7–10 at President Vladimir Putin’s invitation, the Kremlin confirmed Sunday.