Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video meeting on Tuesday, pledging to strengthen the relationship between China and Russia to navigate uncertainties in the global environment.
President Xi emphasized that a stable and resilient China-Russia relationship will help address the complexities in the external world. He stated his readiness to work with President Putin in 2025 to continue guiding bilateral relations to greater heights.
\"Together, we can cope with the uncertainties of the external environment with the stability and resilience of China-Russia relations,\" Xi noted. He highlighted the importance of deepening strategic cooperation, reinforcing mutual support, and safeguarding the legitimate interests of both countries.
President Putin echoed Xi's sentiments, affirming that Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other, treating one another as equals. \"Cooperation between our countries 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 engaged in an in-depth exchange on international and regional issues of common concern. They agreed to maintain strategic communication in the coming year, reinforcing their commitment to collaboration and mutual support.
This meeting underscores the ongoing efforts by China and Russia to bolster their partnership amid a landscape of global uncertainties, aiming to promote development, revitalization, and uphold international fairness and justice.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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