Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have signed a 'multipolar world declaration', aiming to reshape global governance and reject the US-led order, which they label as the 'law of the jungle'. This declaration, made shortly after US President Donald Trump's visit to China, emphasizes a commitment to a polycentric world and mutual cooperation. Xi criticized Western nations for their unilateral actions, which he claims threaten global stability. Both leaders condemned the Aukus security pact, equating it with NATO's expansion in Europe, and reaffirmed their support for the 'One China Policy', opposing any form of Taiwanese independence. In addition to the declaration, over 20 agreements were signed, focusing on trade and technology. Analysts highlight the growing asymmetry in the China-Russia relationship, particularly following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, which has increased its reliance on China for economic and military support. Despite this dependency, Xi has used his leverage to negotiate terms beneficial to China, particularly regarding energy projects like the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline, which remains unresolved due to pricing disputes.