Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations during a video meeting on Tuesday. The leaders emphasized that a stable and resilient partnership between China and Russia is crucial in addressing uncertainties in the global environment.
President Xi highlighted the importance of deepening strategic cooperation to safeguard the legitimate interests of both nations. \"In 2025, I am ready to work with President Putin to guide China-Russia relations to greater heights,\" Xi stated. \"We aim to cope with external uncertainties through the stability and resilience of our relationship, jointly promote the development and revitalization of our countries, and uphold international fairness and justice.\"
Xi called for continued consolidation and expansion of bilateral ties, urging both countries to promote in-depth practical cooperation across various sectors.
President Putin echoed Xi's sentiments, noting that Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other as equals. \"Our cooperation serves the interests of both peoples and will never be impacted by changes in the international situation,\" Putin affirmed.
During the meeting, the two leaders engaged in an in-depth exchange of views on international and regional issues of common concern. They agreed to maintain strategic communication throughout the year to further strengthen their partnership.
The video meeting underscores the commitment of China and Russia to collaborate closely amid a complex and evolving global landscape.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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