Xi Jinping warmly received Vladimir Putin during his two-day state visit, highlighting the strong ties between China and Russia. The visit comes amid Russia’s ongoing military actions in Ukraine.
The two leaders signed a joint statement on deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership between their two nations after their initial meeting. Xi said China and Russia will continue to uphold a position of non-alliance and non-confrontation.
Xi welcomed Putin with elaborate military honors at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing, symbolizing the significance of their meeting. The venue, located near Tiananmen Square, holds ceremonial significance in China.
Putin complimented Xi on his signature “One Belt One Road” initiative that seeks to build roads, ports, power plants and other infrastructure connecting China to its neighbors and soaking up Chinese industrial output at a time of declining demand at home.
“Our cooperation in world affairs today is one of the main stabilizing factors in the international arena,”
The signing of the Putin Xi Declaration marks a milestone in Russo-Chinese relations. Strengthening their strategic partnership benefits both countries and fosters stability in the international arena. Moreover, it sets a precedent for enhanced cooperation and mutual respect among nations.
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