In a significant display of bilateral cooperation, Chinese Vice President Han Zheng and Russian President Vladimir Putin attended the grand opening of the 8th China-Russia Expo in Harbin, Heilongjiang Province, this Friday.
During the ceremony, Han Zheng read out a congratulatory letter from Chinese President Xi Jinping and delivered a keynote speech, emphasizing the strong ties between the two nations.
Han highlighted that President Xi and President Putin met in Beijing on Thursday, where they collaboratively outlined a new vision and blueprint for the China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination for the new era. This meeting underscores the enduring commitment both countries have towards fostering deeper political mutual trust.
Marking the 75th anniversary of China-Russia diplomatic relations, Han Zheng noted the remarkable achievements in economic and trade cooperation over the decades. The expo serves as a testament to the fruitful collaborations and the shared vision for future growth and development.
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Chinese VP, Putin attend opening ceremony of 8th China-Russia Expo
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