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Xi assures Putin China-Russia ties will grow stronger
Chinese President Xi Jinping has told his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin that bilateral relations will deepen and improve under their joint leadership. The comments underscore Beijing's commitment to strengthening ties with Moscow amid ongoing international scrutiny.
LSN Singapore ·
BEIJING — Chinese President Xi Jinping conveyed to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday that the foundation of China-Russia relations will become increasingly robust, with enhanced prospects ahead for both nations.
Xi's remarks, reported by China's official Xinhua news agency, emphasised that strategic direction and coordinated efforts between Beijing and Moscow would bolster their bilateral partnership. The statement reflects China's sustained focus on maintaining close ties with Russia despite external pressures and international tensions.
The comments come as China and Russia continue to deepen their strategic alignment across multiple sectors, including trade, defence, and energy cooperation. Both nations have positioned their relationship as a counterweight to Western influence in Asia and beyond.
The exchange between the two leaders underscores the importance both governments place on their bilateral relationship, particularly as they navigate complex geopolitical dynamics in their respective regions and globally.