Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi held high-level talks with Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu in Beijing this week, as both nations reaffirmed their commitment to deepening strategic coordination amid evolving global challenges. The meeting comes at a pivotal moment in international relations, with both officials emphasizing the need to uphold multilateral frameworks.
Core Principles Reaffirmed
Wang, representing China's leadership in foreign affairs, stressed the critical role of China-Russia cooperation in maintaining global stability. "As permanent UN Security Council members, our nations bear special responsibility to prevent regression to outdated power politics," he stated during the dialogue held on February 1, 2026.
Anniversary Milestone
Shoigu highlighted the 25th anniversary of the China-Russia Good-Neighborliness Treaty, noting the relationship's foundation in "mutual respect and shared strategic interests." The Russian delegation specifically addressed security concerns, pledging continued adherence to the one-China principle and vigilance against destabilizing actions in the Taiwan Strait.
Multilateral Priorities
Key discussion points included:
Enhanced coordination in UN and BRICS platforms
Joint opposition to regional militarization efforts
Development of Eurasian security frameworks
The dialogue concluded with both sides agreeing to intensify cooperation across economic and security domains in 2026, while maintaining communication on pressing international issues.
