Xi referred to Putin as "old friend," while Putin, addressing Xi as "dear friend," said their ties were at an "unprecedentedly high level," The Associated Press reported. China is a major strategic partner of Russia and has supported its sanctions-hit economy with large-scale purchases of oil.

Trump’s comments came in the backdrop of the three leaders meeting for the military parade in Beijing., Europe, Times Now

Russian President Vladimir Putin has described his ties with Chinese President Xi Jinping as being at an “unprecedented” level.