Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin affirm stability and resilience of China-Russia relations

Chinese President Xi Jinping and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin met by video link on January 21, with the Chinese leader saying that he is willing to continue with their joint work of guiding bilateral relations towards a new height in the new year and coping with uncertainties of the external environment through the stability and resilience of China-Russia relations, jointly promoting the development and revitalisation of the two countries, and upholding international fairness and justice. The two heads of state also exchanged festive greetings for the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year.

Xi recalled the three meetings he had with Putin last year, which led to a range of important common understandings. He also said last year marked the 75th anniversary of the China-Russia diplomatic relations, which feature permanent good-neighbourly friendship, comprehensive strategic coordination and mutually beneficial cooperation, and have become increasingly dynamic. The close coordination between the two countries on multilateral platforms such as the United Nations (UN), the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) and BRICS has provided more positive energy for the reform and development of the global governance system.

He noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victories of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, the Soviet Union’s Great Patriotic War and the World Anti-Fascist War, as well as the 80th anniversary of the founding of the UN.

China and Russia should take this as an opportunity to jointly defend the UN-centred international system and the outcomes of victory in World War II, promote all countries’ adherence to the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, uphold the universally recognised basic norms governing international relations, and practice true multilateralism, Xi stressed. As the rotating chair of the SCO, China is willing to work with Russia and other member states to usher in a new phase of the organisation’s life featuring higher-quality development and greater responsibility.

Xi also called on the two countries to jointly advance greater BRICS cooperation and write a new chapter of unity and self-improvement for the Global South.

President Putin expressed satisfaction with the sustained positive momentum in bilateral trade and energy cooperation, the constant increase in mutual visits by people of the two countries, and the close communication and collaboration between the two sides on multilateral arenas. He noted that 80 years ago, the Russian and Chinese people resisted aggressors with their blood and lives, safeguarding their national sovereignty and dignity. He said that this year, the two sides will jointly commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War and defend the outcomes of World War II.

Responding to Xi he said: “I agree with you that cooperation between Moscow and Beijing is based on common national interests in many spheres and shared views on what relations between major powers should be like. We are developing our ties on the basis of friendship, mutual trust and support, equality and mutual benefit. These ties are self-sufficient, as they do not depend on any domestic political factors or the current global situation. Their all-round strengthening fully meets the goals of the comprehensive development of Russia and China and the improvement of our peoples’ well-being.

“We coordinate our actions across various multilateral institutions, including the United Nations and its Security Council, the SCO, the G20 and APEC. We stand united in advocating for a more just multipolar world order and work to ensure indivisible security both in the Eurasian space and globally. It can be said confidently that our foreign policy ties and Russia and China’s joint efforts objectively play a major stabilising role in international affairs.

“China is the largest consumer of Russian energy resources. We hold the first place in terms of oil exports to the country. Five years ago, we launched the Power of Siberia gas pipeline together, and today, Russia has become the leading supplier of natural gas to China. In December 2024, we signed a roadmap for a comprehensive programme of cooperation on fast neutron reactors and closing the nuclear fuel cycle, which is the nuclear power technology of the future.

“This year we are preparing to solemnly celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory. Its memory is sacred for both our nations, which fought deadly battles against the aggressors and defeated the enemy at the cost of numerous lives. The ideology of fascism, Nazism and militarism must not be allowed to rear its head again. It is important to cherish and defend the historical truth together with other nations that are guided by the same belief.”

The Russian News Agency TASS quoted Russian Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov as saying that Russia has invited Xi Jinping to attend celebrations of the 80th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany in Moscow on May 9, 2025.

“Russia and China will have broad celebrations on that day. We invited many heads of states to the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9, and, of course, we have invited the Chinese president,” the Kremlin official said.

In turn, China has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to commemorative events marking the 80th anniversary of victory over Japan and the formal end of World War Two, due in Beijing in September 2025, Ushakov told reporters.

“The Chinese side will organise events to mark the 80th anniversary of victory over Japan and the end of World War Two. These events are scheduled to take place in Beijing on September 3, and the Russian leader was also invited to take part,” he said.

The following articles were originally published by the Xinhua News Agency, the official website of the President of Russia and the Russian News Agency TASS.

Xi speaks with Putin, calling on China, Russia to uphold int’l fairness, justice

BEIJING, Jan. 21 (Xinhua) — Chinese President Xi Jinping on Tuesday said he is willing to work with Russian President Vladimir Putin to continue guiding bilateral relations towards a new height in the new year.

Speaking with Putin in a video meeting, Xi called for coping with uncertainties of the external environment with the stability and resilience of China-Russia relations, jointly promoting the development and revitalization of the two countries, and upholding international fairness and justice.

The two heads of state exchanged festive greetings for the upcoming Chinese Lunar New Year.

Xi recalled the three meetings he had with Putin last year, which led to a range of important common understandings. He also said last year marked the 75th anniversary of the China-Russia diplomatic relations, which feature permanent good-neighborly friendship, comprehensive strategic coordination and mutually beneficial cooperation, and have become increasingly dynamic.

Xi also mentioned various activities held as part of the China-Russia Years of Culture, as well as steadily progressing pragmatic cooperation and growing bilateral trade.

The close coordination between the two countries on multilateral platforms such as the United Nations (UN), the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) and BRICS has provided more positive energy for the reform and development of the global governance system, Xi said.

He called on the two sides to continue deepening strategic coordination, firming up mutual support, and safeguarding the legitimate interests of the two countries. China and Russia should consolidate and expand bilateral relations and push for in-depth development of practical cooperation, Xi added.

He noted that this year marks the 80th anniversary of the victories of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression, the Soviet Union’s Great Patriotic War and the World Anti-Fascist War, as well as the 80th anniversary of the founding of the UN.

China and Russia should take this as an opportunity to jointly defend the UN-centered international system and the outcomes of victory in World War II, promote all countries’ adherence to the purposes and principles of the UN Charter, uphold the universally recognized basic norms governing international relations, and practice true multilateralism, Xi stressed.

He said as the rotating chair of the SCO, China is willing to work with Russia and other member states to usher in a new phase of the SCO featuring higher-quality development and greater responsibility.

Xi also called on the two countries to jointly advance greater BRICS cooperation and write a new chapter of unity and self-improvement for the Global South.

Putin said that Russia and China have always provided each other with trust and support, and treated each other as equals. Cooperation between the two sides is in the interests of the two peoples and has been unaffected by changes in the international landscape.

He expressed satisfaction with the sustained positive momentum in bilateral trade and energy cooperation, the constant increase in mutual visits by people of the two countries, and the close communication and collaboration between the two sides on multilateral arenas.

Putin said Russia firmly upholds the principle that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China’s territory and resolutely opposes “Taiwan independence” in any form.

He noted that 80 years ago, the Russian and Chinese people resisted aggressors with their blood and lives, safeguarding their national sovereignty and dignity. He said that this year, the two sides will jointly commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the World Anti-Fascist War and defend the outcomes of World War II.

Russia is willing to strengthen cooperation with China on multilateral affairs, and play a positive role in promoting world peace and development, Putin added.

The two heads of state also engaged in in-depth discussions on international and regional issues of common concern, and agreed to maintain strategic communication in the new year.


Talks with President of China Xi Jinping

Jan. 21 (President of Russia) — President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping: President Putin, my dear friend,

I am very happy to see you in the online format ahead of the Chinese New Year.

On New Year’s Eve, it is an opportune moment to review results and to chart plans for the future. In 2024, you and I met three times – in Beijing, Astana and Kazan – and we reached a number of important agreements.

We marked the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Russia in an impressive setting. Chinese-Russian relations, based on eternal neighbourliness and friendship, comprehensive strategic collaboration, mutually beneficial cooperation and mutual benefits, are acquiring new vitality.

The Year of Chinese and Russian Culture has been marked by some memorable moments. Bilateral practical cooperation is developing steadily, mutual trade is expanding confidently, and the eastern route of the China-Russia gas pipeline began operating at maximum capacity earlier than planned.

Our countries are collaborating actively within the framework of the UN, the SCO, BRICS and other international platforms. This provides additional positive energy for overhauling and streamlining the system of global governance.

This year, we are celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Chinese nation’s Victory in the War of Resistance against Japanese Invaders, the Soviet Union’s Victory in the Great Patriotic War, the Victory in the World Anti-Fascist War and the 80th anniversary of the UN.

In this context, Russia and China will support the UN-centric international system, defend the Victory in World War II, which was secured by the blood and lives of millions, and uphold the rights of China and Russia as founding members of the UN and permanent members of the UN Security Council.

This year, I am ready, together with you, to elevate Chinese-Russian relations to a new level, to counter external uncertainties by preserving stability and resilience of Chinese-Russian relations, for the development and prosperity of both countries and for justice and equality in the world.

Thank you.

President of Russia Vladimir Putin: President Xi Jinping, my dear friend,

I am sincerely pleased to greet you and to have the opportunity to speak with you at the beginning of the year, continuing our good tradition of reviewing the work done over the past period and outlining new plans for the development of the comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation between Russia and China.

I agree with you that cooperation between Moscow and Beijing is based on common national interests in many spheres and shared views on what relations between major powers should be like. We are developing our ties on the basis of friendship, mutual trust and support, equality and mutual benefit. These ties are self-sufficient, as they do not depend on any domestic political factors or the current global situation. Their all-round strengthening fully meets the goals of the comprehensive development of Russia and China and the improvement of our peoples’ well-being.

I believe that the past year was very good for us. We widely celebrated the 75th anniversary of our diplomatic relations. During my visit to China in May last year, we jointly launched a large-scale project – the cross-years of Russian and Chinese culture. We held useful talks on the sidelines of the SCO Summit held in Astana in July, as you have pointed out just now. Of course, I was happy to meet with you in Kazan last October. I would like to take this opportunity to once again thank you for supporting Russia’s BRICS Chairmanship.

We coordinate our actions across various multilateral institutions, including the United Nations and its Security Council, the SCO, the G20 and APEC. We stand united in advocating for a more just multipolar world order and work to ensure indivisible security both in the Eurasian space and globally. It can be said confidently that our foreign policy ties and Russia and China’s joint efforts objectively play a major stabilising role in international affairs.

By the end of the year, despite the negative external influence, we were able to achieve strong new performance indicators in trade. Although we have only drawn the balance for the first 11 months as of yet, our trade showed a growth of over seven percent, reaching over $220 billion.

According to the Chinese data, the total figure for the year was nearly $245 billion. China remains our primary trade partner, while Russia confidently ranks fifth among China’s trading partners.

China is the largest consumer of Russian energy resources. We hold the first place in terms of oil exports to the country. Five years ago, we launched the Power of Siberia gas pipeline together, and today, Russia has become the leading supplier of natural gas to China. In December 2024, we signed a roadmap for a comprehensive programme of cooperation on fast neutron reactors and closing the nuclear fuel cycle, which is the nuclear power technology of the future.

Successful joint projects are being implemented in industry, transport, agriculture and other sectors. Holding Made in Russia fairs in various Chinese provinces has proven to be an effective practice.

Our humanitarian ties are expanding. Over 130 events have been held in both countries so far under the Cross Culture Years project, and this only includes the Russian events programme. Tourist flows are growing in both directions, and sports and educational exchanges are on the rise.

Mr President, this year we are preparing to solemnly celebrate the 80th anniversary of the Great Victory. Its memory is sacred for both our nations, which fought deadly battles against the aggressors and defeated the enemy at the cost of numerous lives. The ideology of fascism, Nazism and militarism must not be allowed to rear its head again. It is important to cherish and defend the historical truth together with other nations that are guided by the same belief.

My dear friend, I would like to personally wish you and the friendly Chinese people a happy New Year 2025 and a joyous Spring Festival. Allow me to wish you good health and, as they say in China, good luck in “ten thousand matters,” and peace and prosperity to your people.


Xi Jinping invited to Victory Day celebrations in Moscow — Kremlin

MOSCOW, January 21. (TASS) — Russia has invited Chinese President Xi Jiping to attend celebrations of the 80th anniversary of victory over the Nazi Germany in Moscow on May 9, 2025, Russian Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov told reporters on Tuesday in the wake of a video linkup between the Russian and Chinese leaders.

The Kremlin aide said that during their conversation, Putin and Xi “discussed plans for their joint work in 2025,” a year when both countries will celebrate the 80th anniversary of victory.

“Russia and China will have broad celebrations on that day. We invited many heads of states to the Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9, and, of course, we have invited the Chinese president,” the Kremlin official said.

In turn, China has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to commemorative events marking the 80th anniversary of victory over Japan and the formal end of World War Two, due in Beijing in September 2025, Ushakov told reporters.

“The Chinese side will organize events to mark the 80th anniversary of victory over Japan and the end of World War Two. These events are scheduled to take place in Beijing on September 3, and the Russian leader was also invited to take part,” he said.

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