Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of a stable and resilient relationship between China and Russia during a video meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday. He stated that such a partnership would help address uncertainties in the external world.
\"In 2025, I am ready to work with President Putin to continue guiding China-Russia relations towards greater heights,\" Xi said. \"By coping with external uncertainties through the stability and resilience of China-Russia relations, we can jointly promote the development and revitalization of our two countries and uphold international fairness and justice.\"
Xi called for both nations to deepen strategic cooperation, strengthen mutual support, and safeguard their legitimate interests. He encouraged the consolidation and expansion of bilateral relations and the promotion of practical cooperation in various fields.
President Putin echoed these sentiments, noting that Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other, treating one another as equals. \"Cooperation between our two sides serves the interests of both peoples and will never be impacted by changes in the international situation,\" Putin added.
During the meeting, the two leaders exchanged views on international and regional issues of common concern. They agreed to maintain strategic communication in the coming year to further strengthen their partnership.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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