Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping have agreed to bolster their relationship in energy, trade, security, and geopolitics. This move comes as both leaders reaffirm their close ties amidst regional unrest.
The Kremlin released a statement outlining the shared vision of the two leaders following their meeting in Beijing. The statement touched on key global issues such as the conflict in Ukraine, sovereignty concerns related to Taiwan, and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
According to the statement, the Russian-Chinese relationship is currently experiencing its strongest period in history, showcasing resilience and stability in the face of rapid global changes.
Putin and Xi have pledged to enhance trust and military cooperation through joint exercises, combat training, and coordinated sea and air patrols. They also aim to improve their joint response to various challenges and threats.
Expressing deep concern, both countries criticized what they perceive as highly destabilizing US military activities with allies that are viewed as having an anti-Russian and anti-Chinese stance.
Regarding Russia's involvement in Ukraine, China has expressed its willingness to contribute to a peaceful resolution of the conflict through political and diplomatic means. The joint statement emphasized the importance of addressing the root causes of conflicts and underscored the need to uphold the principle of security indivisibility.
The statement highlighted the mutual understanding that a nuclear war has no winners and should be avoided at all costs.
