Russian President Vladimir Putin met with top Chinese diplomat Wang Yi in St. Petersburg on Thursday, expressing Russia’s willingness to strengthen development cooperation and elevate Russia-China relations. Wang emphasized China’s confidence in the strong partnership between the two nations, noting that the China-Russia strategic partnership is progressing steadily. They discussed enhancing global multipolarity and collaboration ahead of the upcoming BRICS summit in Russia. Both leaders also exchanged views on the Ukraine conflict, with Putin reiterating Russia’s openness to peace talks, and Wang affirming China’s commitment to a political resolution.
Source – CGTN