Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to pay a state visit to China from May 16 to 17 at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to an announcement made by Hua Chunying, spokesperson for the Chinese Foreign Ministry, on Tuesday.
This visit marks Putin’s first state trip since being sworn in for a new term as Russian president. Wang Wenbin, another spokesperson for the Foreign Ministry, highlighted during a regular press briefing that the visit comes at a significant time as this year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Russia.
During the visit, President Xi and President Putin are expected to engage in discussions on enhancing bilateral relations, expanding cooperation across various sectors, and addressing international and regional issues of mutual concern. The leaders aim to strengthen the longstanding partnership between their nations, which has been pivotal in shaping the geopolitical landscape of the region.
China has indicated that it will provide further information regarding the visit in due course. The meeting between the two leaders is anticipated by international observers, business professionals, and academics, given the potential implications for economic development, trade agreements, and regional stability in Asia.
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Russian President Putin to pay state visit to China on May 16-17
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