Li: China ready to join Russia for cooperation in emerging areas

Chinese Premier Li Qiang stated on Wednesday that while strengthening cooperation in established areas, China is also keen to explore new collaborative opportunities with Russia.

Li made these comments during a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin, following his co-chairing of the 29th regular meeting between the Chinese and Russian heads of government with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.

Li conveyed the warm greetings and best wishes of Chinese President Xi Jinping to President Putin. He highlighted that the two leaders have met twice this year, outlining a new strategic vision and providing significant impetus to deepen bilateral relations, especially marking the 75th anniversary of China-Russia diplomatic ties.

Li emphasized that the ongoing growth of China-Russia relations benefits not only the two nations and their peoples but also supports regional and global peace, stability, and prosperity. He expressed China’s commitment to working with Russia to implement the agreements made by their leaders, sustain the positive development of bilateral relations, and broaden mutually beneficial cooperation to achieve tangible results.

Li noted the profound changes in the global scientific, technological, and industrial landscape, presenting substantial development opportunities. China is prepared to leverage innovation in these fields to enhance bilateral cooperation with Russia and identify new economic growth areas.

He also stressed the importance of expanding cultural, tourism, education, youth, and regional exchanges to foster mutual understanding and perpetuate the China-Russia friendship across generations.

In the context of significant global changes, China is ready to work with Russia to strengthen multilateral coordination, build mutual trust with developing countries, advocate for a multipolar world, and advance economic globalization while protecting legitimate rights and international norms.

Putin responded by requesting Li to extend his warm regards to President Xi. He noted that this year, marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Russia and China, is a notable period in their bilateral history.

Putin also highlighted that the recent meeting between Russian and Chinese heads of government, which included comprehensive discussions on economic, trade, and cultural cooperation and the signing of several agreements, reflects the successful implementation of the consensus reached with President Xi and has produced substantial outcomes.

Russia is eager to further enhance its cooperative relationship with China, increase cultural and people-to-people exchanges, and strengthen coordination within BRICS and other multilateral frameworks to advance the comprehensive strategic partnership between Russia and China in the new era, Putin added.