On November 17, 2025, Chinese premier Li Qiang met with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin in Moscow during the 24th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of SCO member states. The two leaders pledged to deepen cooperation across investment, energy, agriculture and cultural exchange.
Building on Hangzhou Momentum
Earlier this year in Hangzhou, the capital of east China’s Zhejiang Province, China and Russia held their 30th regular meeting of heads of government. They reviewed progress on key projects following the consensus reached by President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin, and mapped out next-stage cooperation priorities.
Energy, Agriculture and Economic Ties
Energy security and agricultural trade are front and center. China aims to secure stable energy supplies while welcoming high-quality Russian food products into its market. For business innovators and investors, this opens doors for green energy ventures, agri-tech partnerships and cross-border supply chains.
Cultural Bridges and People-to-People Exchange
Li also emphasized the importance of expanded cultural exchanges. From co-produced films to student and artist residencies, both sides plan to infuse humanistic warmth into bilateral ties and foster deeper understanding among youths.
Why It Matters
This evolving partnership under the SCO framework signals new corridors for startups, travelers and cultural explorers. Young global citizens can anticipate streamlined exchange programs, joint innovation hubs and a more connected Eurasian network.
Shaping a Multipolar Future
Against the backdrop of the SCO Tianjin Summit held this September, Li and Mishustin reaffirmed commitment to the “Shanghai Spirit” of equality, shared growth and inclusiveness. Their collaboration aims to bolster an equitable and orderly multipolar world and promote inclusive economic globalization benefitting the Global South.
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