Vladimir Putin weakened in front of Xi Jinping at the SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan

The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit is held in Bishkek from August 31 to September 1.

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Putin attempts to showcase his alliances, but his waning influence contrasts with China's growing power.

This display may highlight the increasing imbalance between Moscow and Beijing.

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