Li Qiang Meets with Russian President Putin

On the afternoon of October 21, Premier Li Qiang of the State Council met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg. Premier Li Qiang first conveyed President Xi Jinping's cordial greetings and best wishes to President Putin. Li Qiang stated that against the backdrop of a continuously complex and evolving international situation, China and Russia have maintained close coordination and serve as a valuable stabilizing force in a world of turbulence and transformation. Since the beginning of this year, the two heads of state have met twice, making further plans for deepening China-Russia relations and cooperation. China is willing to strengthen strategic communication with Russia, consolidate political mutual trust, expand all-round mutually beneficial cooperation, and continuously enhance the well-being of the peoples of both countries.