Deepening trust between Beijing, Moscow lauded
The mutual respect, trust and cooperation among equals between China and Russia establish a fine example of major power relations, and the Sino-Russian comprehensive strategic partnership means a lot to both countries and the world, Vice-President Wang Qishan said during his visit to Russia on Thursday.
Wang met Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg, Russia’s secondlargest city.
Wang said China and Russia support each other over major international issues, which makes an important contribution to global stability, the establishment of a new type of international relations and a community of a shared future for mankind.
Wang said China is now undergoing rapid development with the practice of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era.
“We believe Russia’s economy will get stronger under the leadership of President Putin,” he added.
Wang said the Chinese government supports the development of Russia and is willing to improve the depth and quality of bilateral practical cooperation.
Wang delivered regards and best wishes from President Xi Jinping to Putin, saying Xi greatly values Sino-Russian relations and Putin’s friendship and looks forward to their next meeting to discuss bilateral relations and the development of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
Putin said he is looking forward to visiting China and meeting with his Chinese counterpart.
Putin will visit China on June 8 and take part in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, according to Dmitry Peskov, Kremlin press secretary.
The Russian president said relations between the two countries remain at a high level as mutual trust in politics is deepening, practical cooperation is enhanced, economic relations are improved and cultural exchanges are boosted.
Putin stressed the will of the Russian government to keep working with China in different fields to enhance mutual understanding and support over international issues and to move the Sino-Russian comprehensive strategic partnership to a higher level.