Russia and Belarus are eager to rapidly expand the Chinese and Asian markets as the pressure of European and American sanctions increases. The Russian economy's pivot towards Asia, east and south, seems to be a fait accompli. At the invitation of President Vladimir Putin of the Russian Federation, President Xi Jinping will pay a state visit to Russia from March 20 to 22.

In recent years, President Xi Jinping has maintained close contacts with President Putin. Under the strategic guidance of the two heads of state, the China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination in the new era has continued to develop in a healthy and stable manner. The two countries have successfully blazed a path of mutual strategic mutual trust between major powers and friendly cooperation between neighbors, setting a new paradigm for international relations. What are the highlights of President Xi's visit? How much do you know about Russia? See Dao.com to take you a sneak peek.Editor/Ma Xue