Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video meeting on Tuesday, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening the strategic partnership between China and Russia in the face of global uncertainties.
President Xi emphasized that a stable and resilient relationship between the two nations is crucial for addressing external challenges. He expressed his readiness to work with President Putin in 2025 to elevate China-Russia relations to new heights, jointly promoting development and revitalization for both countries while upholding international fairness and justice.
\"The two sides should continue to deepen strategic cooperation, firm up mutual support, and safeguard the legitimate interests of both countries,\" Xi stated during the meeting.
President Putin echoed Xi's sentiments, highlighting the mutual trust and support that have long characterized China-Russia relations. \"Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other and treated each other as equals,\" Putin remarked. He affirmed that cooperation between the two nations serves the interests of their peoples and will remain unaffected by shifts in the international situation.
The leaders engaged in an in-depth exchange of views on international and regional issues of common concern. Both agreed to maintain strategic communication throughout the year, consolidating and expanding bilateral relations and promoting the in-depth development of practical cooperation.
The reaffirmation of strong China-Russia ties signals both countries' intent to collaborate closely in navigating the complex global landscape, offering stability amid external uncertainties.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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