Xi meets Russian Federation Security Council secretary, emphasizing strategic cooperation and global coordination between both countries.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Sergei Shoigu, Secretary of the Russian Federation Security Council, on Friday.
During the meeting, Xi highlighted the strong and enduring friendship between China and Russia, emphasizing that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin have already held two discussions this year. These interactions focused on strategic plans for advancing China-Russia relations and included in-depth discussions on key international and regional issues.
Xi pointed out that this year marks the 80th anniversary of significant historical events, including the victories in China’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, the Soviet Union’s Great Patriotic War, and the global Anti-Fascist War, as well as the establishment of the United Nations. He noted that these milestones make this year particularly significant for China-Russia relations, which will feature a series of important engagements.
He stressed the need for both nations to maintain close communication at all levels to fully implement the agreements made by their leaders. He encouraged ongoing cooperation to strengthen good-neighborly ties, strategic coordination, and mutually beneficial partnerships.
Xi further urged both countries to deepen their strategic collaboration and practical cooperation to support their shared goals of development and national revitalization. He also emphasized the importance of enhancing coordination on global and regional affairs, leveraging platforms such as BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) to reinforce unity and cooperation among Global South nations.
Shoigu conveyed President Putin’s warm greetings to Xi and reaffirmed Putin’s commitment to their strong bilateral relationship. He stated that the Russia-China partnership has reached an unprecedented level and is not directed against any third party.
Shoigu described the relationship as a model for major power diplomacy, emphasizing that Russia and China have maintained mutual trust and open dialogue. Their strategic cooperation, he noted, serves the shared interests of both nations.
He affirmed Russia’s commitment to implementing the agreements reached by Xi and Putin, pledging to further strengthen cooperation with China. Additionally, Shoigu expressed appreciation for China’s ongoing efforts to promote a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine crisis.
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