Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a significant video meeting on Tuesday, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening China-Russia relations amid global uncertainties.
President Xi emphasized that a stable and resilient relationship between China and Russia is crucial for addressing external challenges facing both nations. He expressed readiness to work with President Putin to elevate China-Russia ties to new heights, particularly in 2025, to jointly promote the development and revitalization of both countries and uphold international fairness and justice.
\\"We should continue to deepen strategic cooperation, strengthen mutual support, and safeguard our legitimate interests,\\" Xi stated during the meeting. He called on both nations to consolidate and expand bilateral relations, promoting the in-depth development of practical cooperation.
President Putin echoed these sentiments, highlighting the mutual trust and equality that define the China-Russia partnership. \\"Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other and treated each other as equals,\\" he said. \\"Our cooperation serves the interests of both peoples and will never be impacted by changes in the international situation.\\"
The two leaders engaged in an in-depth exchange of views on international and regional issues of common concern, agreeing to maintain strategic communication in the coming year.
This meeting underscores the shared commitment of China and Russia to bolster their relationship, enhance strategic cooperation, and contribute to global stability in an increasingly uncertain world.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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