Kremlin Says Putin, Trump and Xi May Hold Trilateral Meeting in China

The Kremlin has stated that a trilateral meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin, US President Donald Trump, and Chinese President Xi Jinping is possible at the next APEC forum in China. The statement leaves open the possibility of a high-level summit involving the three leaders.

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Why this matters

A potential trilateral summit between the leaders of Russia, China, and the U.S. would be a significant diplomatic event amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The meeting could signal shifts in alliances or efforts to de-escalate conflicts, particularly given the strained relations between the West and Russia over Ukraine, and U.S.-China trade disputes.

Key entitiesVladimir Putin Xi Jinping Donald Trump Yuri Ushakov APEC

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Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov stated that a trilateral meeting between Putin, Xi, and Trump may occur at the next APEC summit.
All three leaders are expected to attend the APEC forum.
The announcement was made on September 1, 2026.

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Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said a trilateral meeting may happen at the next APEC summit.

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All three leaders are expected to attend the APEC summit.

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All outlets report the Kremlin's statement factually without editorializing, resulting in a balanced, center-leaning coverage.

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globe-and-mailHigh1h ago

Putin, Xi and Trump may hold trilateral meeting at next APEC forum, Kremlin says

All three leaders are expected to attend the summit, says Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov

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straits-timesMostly Factual2h ago

Kremlin says Putin, Xi and Trump may hold a trilateral meeting - The Straits Times

Kremlin says Putin, Xi and Trump may hold a trilateral meeting The Straits Times

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cyprus-mail2h ago

Kremlin says Putin, Xi and Trump may hold a trilateral meeting

Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said on Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin, U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping may hold a trilateral meeting at the next summit of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum. Asked on state TV about the possibility of such a meeting, Ushakov said: “This issue was discussed, yes.” […]

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