Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations during a video conference on Tuesday. Amid rising uncertainties on the global stage, both leaders emphasized the importance of a stable and resilient partnership between China and Russia.
President Xi highlighted that a robust China-Russia relationship serves as a stabilizing force in the face of external challenges. He expressed his readiness to work closely with President Putin in 2025 to guide the two nations towards greater cooperation and mutual support. \"We must continue to deepen our strategic partnership to address uncertainties in the external environment,\" Xi stated.
Xi called on both countries to consolidate and expand their bilateral ties, promoting practical cooperation across various sectors. He underscored the need to safeguard their legitimate interests and to bolster mutual support in international affairs.
President Putin echoed Xi's sentiments, noting that Russia and China have always trusted and treated each other as equals. \"Our cooperation serves the interests of both our peoples and remains unaffected by changes in the international landscape,\" Putin affirmed.
During their meeting, the two leaders conducted an in-depth exchange on international and regional issues of common concern. They agreed to maintain strategic communication throughout the year to further enhance their partnership.
The reaffirmation of strong China-Russia ties signals a joint commitment to navigate global uncertainties through mutual cooperation and support, potentially reshaping dynamics in international relations.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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