China-Russia Parliamentary Partnership Marks 20 Years of Collaboration

In a landmark session in Beijing, China’s top legislator Zhao Leji teamed up with Vyacheslav Volodin, chairman of the Russian State Duma, for the 10th meeting of the China-Russia committee for parliamentary cooperation. Celebrating two decades since the committee’s founding, the gathering signals fresh momentum for a partnership that has thrived under the guidance of both nations’ leaders.

The China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for a new era has consistently held a healthy, stable and high-level development trajectory, Zhao said. With complementary strengths—China’s manufacturing muscle and Russia’s energy resources—he argued the bilateral bond remains a strategic choice aligned with each nation’s growth and revitalization goals.

Marking the committee’s 20th anniversary, Zhao stressed the value of existing cooperation mechanisms and platforms. “Our two parliaments will leverage these structures to foster more frequent exchanges, expand joint research and build trust among lawmakers,” he said, highlighting that closer dialogue can translate into real-world projects in trade, tech and cultural exchange.

Volodin echoed Zhao’s optimism, pointing to a decade of committee meetings that have connected hundreds of delegates from both sides. Today’s political and economic landscape, he noted, demands deeper coordination on global issues—from digital innovation standards to regional security frameworks.

Looking ahead, both sides pledged to sustain the positive momentum, enhance mutual understanding and consolidate “the political foundation of mutual support, solidarity and coordination.” For young global citizens and business leaders monitoring the G20 arena, these renewed ties signal opportunities for new ventures and collaborations across Eurasia.

As the China-Russia parliamentary committee enters its third decade, its members are setting the stage for more dynamic cooperation—tying strategic vision to practical outcomes that could shape global markets, technology policy and diplomatic balance in the years to come.

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