China, Russia to Boost Ties ‘At All Levels’ in 2023 Despite U.S. Pressure
(Worthy News) – Determined to thwart the ongoing efforts of the United States to simultaneously counter both of its top rivals, China and Russia have made a joint resolution to increase their cooperation on a variety of fronts in the New Year.
A month and a half after meeting with President Joe Biden on the sidelines of the G20 in a bid to stabilize relations between the two top powers, Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke with his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin late last month. While Xi emphasized China’s “objective and just” stance on Russia’s war in Ukraine, a conflict Beijing has refused to condemn or support, both leaders reiterated their desire to further develop ties throughout 2023.
Putin, for his part, also invited Xi to visit Moscow this spring. Asked about whether such plans were being set in motion, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning told reporters Tuesday that, “as comprehensive strategic partners of coordination, China and Russia are committed to building a new type of major-country relations featuring mutual respect and win-win cooperation.” [ SourceL NewsWeek (Read More…) ]