Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised growing economic ties with China during a video call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The call on Wednesday comes amid Xi’s meetings with Western leaders seeking to boost ties despite differences over Russia’s war in Ukraine. European leaders have urged.
Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed his country’s growing economic cooperation with China in a video call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday.
The virtual meeting came in the middle of a series of meetings between Xi and Western leaders who have sought to boost ties with China despite differences over Russia’s war in Ukraine. European leaders have pressed China for years to end its support for Russia. China has continued to trade with Russia, providing some relief from Western economic sanctions.
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“I would like to once again assure you of firm support for our shared efforts to ensure the sovereignty and security of our countries, our socio-economic welfare and the right to choose our own development path,” Putin said in opening remarks that were broadcast by Russian state television.
