In a significant move to bolster regional stability, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video meeting on Tuesday, emphasizing the importance of a stable and resilient relationship between China and Russia to address global uncertainties.
President Xi highlighted the readiness to work closely with President Putin in 2025 to elevate China-Russia relations to new heights. \"We should cope with the uncertainties of the external environment with the stability and resilience of China-Russia relations,\" Xi stated. He underscored the commitment to jointly promote the development and revitalization of both countries while upholding international fairness and justice.
Xi called for a deepening of strategic cooperation between the two nations, urging efforts to strengthen mutual support and safeguard the legitimate interests of both countries. He advocated for the consolidation and expansion of bilateral relations and the in-depth development of practical cooperation.
Echoing Xi's sentiments, President Putin affirmed the enduring trust and mutual support between Russia and China. \"Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other and treated each other as equals,\" Putin remarked. He emphasized that the cooperation between the two sides serves the interests of both peoples and will remain unaffected by changes in the international situation.
During their discussion, the two leaders exchanged views on international and regional issues of common concern and agreed to maintain strategic communication in the coming year. The meeting signifies a mutual commitment to address external uncertainties through strengthened cooperation and aligns with both nations' goals of promoting stability and development.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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