Bangladesh, May 11 -- Chinese President Xi Jinpings recent visit to Moscow has been hailed as a “complete success” by Beijing, reinforcing the message that China-Russia relations are now stronger and more strategically vital than ever before. According to Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, the official state visit proved that ties between the two nations are “as solid as a rock” – a signal to the world that despite rising global tensions and Western pressures, Beijing and Moscow remain steadfast partners.

The visit, which coincided with Russias 80th anniversary Victory Day celebrations commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany, was highly symbolic. It blended historical remembrance with a forward-looking visio...