The Russian president meets Xi Jinping as part of a trip that Chinese state media has described a visit from an ‘old friend’Full report: Putin arrives in ChinaVladimir Putin has said that Russia-China cooperation is not directed against any other power and is a stabilising factor for the world, during his meeting with Xi Jinping.It is of crucial significance that relations between Russia and China are not opportunistic and are not directed against anyone. Our cooperation in world affairs today acts as one of the main stabilising factors in the international arena.”In our new journey we intend to remain good neighbours, trusted friends and reliable partners, consistently strengthening the relationship between our two nations … defending international equality.” Continue reading…
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Author : Jonathan Yerushalmy
Publish date : 2024-05-16 06:00:05
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