Defying the U.S. and Europe is forcing Russian President Vladimir Putin to aid his biggest rival to the east. To avert a recession, Russia is turning to China for investment, granting it once restricted access to raw materials and advanced weapons, say two people involved in planning Kremlin policy who asked not to be identified discussing internal matters.
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Russia's President Vladimir Putin (R) welcomes China's Premier Li Keqiang (L) prior to their meeting in Moscow on Oct. 14, 2014.
