Russia’s 80th anniversary Victory Day parade in Moscow became a stage for solidarity among Global South nations — with Chinese President Xi Jinping stealing the spotlight as the event’s lead guest. 💥 The symbolism? A resounding nod to Russia’s growing alliances beyond Western borders.
China-Russia Power Play
During talks at the Kremlin, Xi and Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed their “no-limits partnership,” signing over 20 deals ranging from tech to energy. 💼⛽ Both leaders pledged to uphold WWII’s historical legacy and boost UN authority — a subtle jab at Western dominance in global governance.
The Global South’s Balancing Act
Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic and Slovakia’s PM Robert Fico joined the parade despite EU pressure to skip it. 🛡 Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro and Belarus’ Alexander Lukashenko also made appearances, signaling defiance against Western sanctions. But the real plot twist? Leaders from Central Asia — like Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan — showed up too, proving their “multi-vector” diplomacy (aka “we’ll talk to everyone”) is in full swing. 🌏
A New World Order Vibes?
Putin framed the event as a celebration of “shared history,” but analysts say it’s a flex of Russia’s non-Western ties. The guest list reveals a growing club of nations prioritizing strategic autonomy over picking sides. ✨ Think: TikTok diplomacy meets realpolitik.
