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During his state visit to Moscow, Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed his twelve-point plan for Ukraine with Vladimir Putin and emphasised Beijing's "impartial position". Russia's president praised the initiative as the basis for a peaceful solution. On Monday, Xi had said that China would continue to work with Russia in the name of "true multilateralism". Europe's press tries to decode the signals.

The French government has pushed through its controversial pension reform by decree, bypassing a parliamentary vote. It narrowly survived two no-confidence motions on Monday, but strikes and mass protests against the reform continue. Europe's press observes the rifts in French society with concern.

On his state visit to Moscow Chinese President Xi Jinping stressed that China would continue to work with Russia to promote "true multilateralism". Putin also expressed his conviction that this would strengthen "the fundamental principles of the world order". Europe's press looks at why the two sides are seeking this partnership.