Chinese President Xi Jinping has emphasized the importance of a stable and resilient relationship between China and Russia to address uncertainties in the external world. In a video meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, Xi highlighted that bolstering ties between the two nations would help navigate global challenges.
Xi expressed his readiness to work with Putin in 2025 to elevate China-Russia relations to new heights. He noted that the stability and resilience of their partnership would contribute to coping with external uncertainties, promote development and revitalization in both countries, and uphold international fairness and justice.
He added that both sides should continue to deepen strategic cooperation, strengthen mutual support, and safeguard their legitimate interests.
Xi also called for consolidating and expanding bilateral relations and advancing practical cooperation between China and Russia.
Putin, for his part, remarked that Russia and China have always trusted and supported each other, treating one another as equals. He stated that their cooperation serves the interests of both peoples and would remain unaffected by changes in the international situation.
During the video meeting, the two leaders had an in-depth exchange of views on international and regional issues of common concern and agreed to maintain strategic communication throughout the year.
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Xi: Stable China-Russia ties will help address external uncertainties
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