Source: Global Times
[Global Times reporter Zhang Jiangping] On August 8th, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, spoke at a press conference about Sino-Russian relations, stating that in the face of a world marked by chaos and turmoil, Sino-Russian relations have always been "as solid as a mountain in the storm." According to reports by TASS and other media, on December 12th, Russian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Zarakhova responded at a press conference, saying that Russia agrees with China's evaluation of the bilateral relationship.
Photo from the press conference of Zarakhova, source: Russian Foreign Ministry website
According to the transcript of the press conference published on the Russian Foreign Ministry website, Zarakhova said on that day, "We agree with the vivid assessment of our bilateral relations made by Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi." She also said that under the guidance of the two heads of state, Sino-Russian cooperation has reached an unprecedented high level and maintains a positive development trend.
"Sino-Russian cooperation is unique and serves as a model for mutual respect in dialogue between two major countries in today's world," Zarakhova added. She said that Russia and China also support each other on issues involving their core interests.
President Putin of Russia stated at his annual press conference on December 19th last year that the relationship between the two countries is an important factor in global stability, and Russia will continue to develop its relations with China. Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov stated at his annual press conference on January 20th this year that Sino-Russian relations have reached an unprecedented level and depth.
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