Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video meeting on Tuesday, underscoring the importance of a stable and resilient relationship between China and Russia in addressing uncertainties in the global landscape.
During their discussion, President Xi highlighted the readiness to work with President Putin in 2025 to guide China-Russia relations to greater heights. He emphasized that the stability and resilience of their bilateral ties are crucial in coping with external uncertainties. \"We should continue to deepen strategic cooperation, firm up mutual support, and safeguard the legitimate interests of both countries,\" Xi stated.
President Xi called for the consolidation and expansion of bilateral relations, advocating for the in-depth development of practical cooperation between the two nations.
Echoing these sentiments, President Putin remarked that Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other, treating one another as equals. He affirmed that cooperation between the two countries serves the interests of both peoples and will remain unaffected by changes in the international situation.
The two heads of state engaged in an in-depth exchange of views on international and regional issues of common concern and agreed to maintain strategic communication throughout the year.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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