Xi Jinping Doubles Down on His Long-Term Bet on Russia

A.M. Edition for Dec. 16. Despite putting public distance between Beijing and Moscow in recent months amid Russia’s war in Ukraine, Chinese leader Xi Jinping has instructed his government in recent weeks to forge stronger economic ties with Russia. Wall Street Journal chief China correspondent Lingling Wei details what the geopolitical pivot might entail, as well as the risks and benefits it presents for both countries. Luke Vargas hosts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices