China and Russia Forge Stronger Ties, Defying International Pressure

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin hailed the bilateral ties between China and Russia as a strategic choice and stabilizer of international relations during Mishustin's visit to China. The two leaders emphasized the strong trade and economic cooperation between the two countries, with bilateral trade reaching $218 billion in the first 11 months of 2023. They also discussed enhancing cultural and people-to-people exchanges and strengthening cooperation in various fields, including energy, agriculture, digitalization, and security. The leaders expressed their commitment to deepening the China-Russia relationship and announced plans for future practical cooperation.