Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Russian President Vladimir Putin have pledged to enhance their countries’ strategic partnership, emphasizing cooperation as a stabilizing force amid global uncertainties. Meeting in St. Petersburg, Li expressed China’s readiness to deepen strategic communication with Russia, build political trust, and expand economic and diplomatic collaboration.
Premier Li conveyed Chinese President Xi Jinping’s greetings to Putin and highlighted the potential for increased trade and investment, focusing on sectors such as energy, natural resources, and transportation. He underscored the importance of sustaining momentum in economic cooperation to foster development and prosperity.
Beyond economic ties, Li advocated for stronger cultural and educational exchanges, including tourism, sports, and youth programs, to enhance people-to-people connections and mutual understanding. He also stressed the need for China and Russia to strengthen coordination on international platforms like the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and BRICS, while cooperating with developing nations to protect shared interests and promote equitable global governance.
President Putin hailed China as one of Russia’s most reliable partners, emphasizing that their bilateral relations are founded on equality, mutual respect, and shared benefits. Despite international challenges, he noted that the partnership remains resilient.
Putin expressed interest in expanding collaboration with China in various fields, including energy, agriculture, space exploration, civilian nuclear technology, information technology, artificial intelligence, and transportation. He also highlighted the significance of regular meetings between the two governments to implement agreements made by their leaders.
The discussions reinforced both nations’ intentions to deepen economic ties, enhance diplomatic coordination, and solidify their strategic partnership amid ongoing global challenges. Putin also reaffirmed Russia’s support for China’s upcoming role in hosting the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Economic Leaders’ Meeting and its future BRICS chairmanship.