In a significant move to bolster bilateral relations, Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin met in Moscow on Monday, pledging to deepen cooperation across multiple sectors. The meeting, held at the invitation of Mishustin, took place on the sidelines of the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of Member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO). Premier Li emphasized China’s commitment to enhancing collaboration with Russia in key areas such as investment, energy, and agriculture. He also expressed China’s openness to importing more high-quality agricultural and food products from Russia. The two leaders reviewed the progress of China-Russia cooperation and outlined plans for future collaboration, guided by the strategic vision of Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Li urged both nations to strengthen communication, expand people-to-people exchanges, and foster cultural and educational ties to add warmth to their relationship. Additionally, he highlighted the importance of the SCO’s role in promoting regional and global stability, calling for enhanced institutional building and pragmatic cooperation among member states. Mishustin echoed these sentiments, reaffirming Russia’s commitment to deepening its comprehensive strategic partnership with China and creating a favorable environment for Chinese investments in Russia. He also praised China’s leadership in the SCO, particularly for the successful Tianjin Summit in September. Both leaders expressed their dedication to advancing a multipolar world and inclusive economic globalization, underscoring the growing synergy between the two nations.
Chinese premier pledges closer cooperation with Russia in investment, energy, agriculture
