In a significant move to bolster regional stability, Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a virtual meeting on Tuesday, emphasizing the importance of a strong China-Russia partnership amid global uncertainties.
President Xi highlighted the resilience and stability of China-Russia relations as a crucial factor in addressing the unpredictable external environment. \\"I am ready to work with President Putin to continue guiding our bilateral relations to new heights,\\" Xi stated. \\"Together, we can navigate external uncertainties with the stability and resilience of our partnership, promote the development and revitalization of our nations, and uphold international fairness and justice.\\"
He urged both countries to deepen strategic cooperation, strengthen mutual support, and safeguard their legitimate interests. Xi called for consolidating and expanding bilateral ties and promoting in-depth practical cooperation across various sectors.
President Putin reciprocated the sentiments, affirming that Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other, treating one another as equals. \\"Our cooperation serves the interests of our peoples and will not be influenced by changes in the international situation,\\" Putin remarked.
The leaders engaged in an in-depth exchange on international and regional issues of common concern, agreeing to maintain strategic communication in the coming year. The meeting underscores the commitment of both nations to collaborate closely in the face of global challenges.
