Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation during a virtual meeting held on February 4, 2026. The leaders discussed strengthening strategic coordination across trade, energy, and technology sectors, with Xi emphasizing a shared vision for “mutually beneficial development.”
“China is ready to work with Russia to promote a new era of practical collaboration, contributing to global stability and multipolarity,”
Xi stated during the talks. Putin echoed the sentiment, highlighting the growing bilateral trade volume, which surpassed $200 billion in 2025. Analysts suggest the dialogue signals a continued alignment on energy security and innovation-driven growth, particularly in renewable energy and AI development.
The meeting comes amid heightened global attention on Asia’s geopolitical dynamics, with both nations reiterating opposition to “bloc confrontation” in international affairs. Observers note the partnership could influence supply chain resilience and investment trends across Central Asia this year.
