Xinhua Headlines: Xi visits Russia to deepen ties, mark Victory Day anniversary

MOSCOW, May 8 (Xinhua) -- Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Moscow on Wednesday evening for a state visit and attendance at the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the Victory in the Soviet Union's Great Patriotic War. Xi's visit comes at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin. During his stay, Xi is expected to have in-depth communication with Putin on bilateral relations and cooperation, as well as major international and regional issues of common concern. DEEPEN GOO