Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang reaffirmed Beijing's commitment to strengthening strategic coordination with Moscow during a high-profile meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg on Friday. The discussions centered on expanding economic cooperation and addressing global challenges through multilateral frameworks.
Strengthening Strategic Cooperation
As a key member of the Communist Party of China Central Committee's leadership, Ding emphasized the "strongest assurance" provided by the strategic guidance of Chinese President Xi Jinping and Putin. The leaders' recent interactions, including Xi's visit to Russia for WWII commemoration events, have laid the groundwork for enhanced collaboration in energy, trade, and infrastructure projects.
Economic Collaboration in Focus
The vice premier outlined plans to boost bilateral trade and investment, particularly in the energy sector, while advocating for a stable global supply chain. Both nations pledged to support the World Trade Organization's multilateral trading system and deepen cooperation through the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and BRICS mechanisms.
Multilateral Vision for Global Order
Ding highlighted the need for "an equal and orderly multipolar world" amid evolving international dynamics. Putin confirmed his upcoming visit to China for the SCO summit in Tianjin and 80th anniversary commemorations of WWII's conclusion, signaling continued high-level engagement between the two powers.
