In a virtual meeting on Tuesday, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of a stable and resilient relationship between China and Russia to address the uncertainties in the global landscape. President Xi stated that he is ready to work with Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2025 to elevate China-Russia relations to new heights, aiming to jointly promote the development and revitalization of both nations and uphold international fairness and justice.
\"China and Russia should continue to deepen strategic cooperation, strengthen mutual support, and safeguard our legitimate interests,\" President Xi said during the talks. He urged both countries to consolidate and expand bilateral relations and to promote the in-depth development of practical cooperation.
President Putin echoed these sentiments, highlighting the longstanding trust and support between the two countries. \"Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other and treated each other as equals,\" he remarked. President Putin 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 video 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 in the coming year, underscoring the significance of their partnership amid global uncertainties.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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