Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a video meeting on Tuesday, emphasizing the importance of a stable and resilient relationship between China and Russia in addressing global uncertainties.
President Xi expressed his readiness to work with President Putin in 2025 to elevate China-Russia relations to new heights. He highlighted that strengthening the partnership would help both nations cope with external challenges, promote development and revitalization, and uphold international fairness and justice.
\"We should continue to deepen strategic cooperation, firm up mutual support, and safeguard the legitimate interests of both countries,\" Xi stated.
President Putin affirmed the strong ties between the two nations, noting, \"Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other and treated each other as equals.\" He added that their cooperation serves the interests of both peoples and will remain unaffected by changes in the international situation.
During the meeting, the leaders had an in-depth exchange of views on international and regional issues of common concern. They agreed to maintain strategic communication throughout the year and to consolidate and expand bilateral relations, promoting the in-depth development of practical cooperation.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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