Chinese President Xi Jinping departed Moscow on Saturday after a high-profile state visit, capping a trip that blended historic commemorations and diplomatic engagement. 🇨🇳🤝🇷🇺 The visit included attendance at events marking 80 years since the Soviet Union's victory in the Great Patriotic War—a gesture underscoring enduring ties between the two nations.
At a farewell ceremony, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Chernyshenko joined officials to honor Xi's departure. A military band played the anthems of both countries as Xi reviewed an honor guard, while Russian Air Force jets later escorted his plane post-takeoff—a rare symbolic salute. ✈️🎖️
Locals, Chinese business reps, and students lined Moscow's streets waving flags, their cheers highlighting the visit's cultural vibrancy and soft-power appeal. Observers note the trip reinforced strategic cooperation, blending geopolitics with grassroots enthusiasm. 🌍✨
