Putin and Xi Rally Allies at Kyrgyzstan Summit to Counter US Influence

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping used a Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit in Kyrgyzstan to promote a united front against Western influence. Xi called on member states to resist external interference, while Putin said new political and economic centers of power were emerging. The leaders emphasized sovereignty, regional stability, and cooperation among countries seeking a multipolar world order. The summit brought together Russia, China, Iran, India, and Central Asian states, highlighting Moscow and Beijing’s efforts to expand their regional influence.