In a significant move to bolster their bilateral relationship, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video meeting on Tuesday, pledging to strengthen China-Russia ties amid global uncertainties.
President Xi emphasized that a stable and resilient relationship between China and Russia will help address external uncertainties. He expressed readiness to work with President Putin to guide their nations' relations to new heights, cope with challenges, promote development, and uphold 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, calling for the consolidation and expansion of bilateral relations and the promotion of in-depth practical cooperation.
President Putin echoed these sentiments, noting that Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other, treating one another as equals. He affirmed that cooperation between the two nations serves the interests of both peoples and will remain unaffected by changes in the international situation.
During the meeting, the leaders had an in-depth exchange of views on international and regional issues of common concern and agreed to maintain strategic communication in the coming year.
This meeting underscores the commitment of both countries to collaborate closely amid a rapidly changing global landscape, reinforcing their roles in promoting stability and development in the region.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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