In a significant move to address global uncertainties, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video meeting on Tuesday, reaffirming their commitment to strengthen the stable and resilient relationship between China and Russia.
President Xi emphasized that in 2025, he is ready to work with President Putin to guide China-Russia relations towards greater heights. \"Together, we can cope with the uncertainties of the external environment with the stability and resilience of China-Russia relations, jointly promote the development and revitalization of our countries, and uphold international fairness and justice,\" Xi said.
Highlighting the importance of deepening strategic cooperation, Xi called for both nations to \"firm up mutual support and safeguard the legitimate interests of both countries.\" He encouraged the consolidation and expansion of bilateral relations and the in-depth development of practical cooperation.
President Putin echoed Xi's sentiments, noting that Russia and China have always \"trusted and supported each other\" and treated one another as equals. \"Our cooperation serves the interests of both peoples and will never be impacted by changes in the international situation,\" Putin stated.
During their discussion, the two leaders exchanged views on international and regional issues of common concern. They agreed to maintain strategic communication throughout the coming year, reinforcing their shared commitment to collaborative engagement on the global stage.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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