China and Russia have always moved forward "hand in hand", without taking the path of confrontation, said Chinese President Xi Jinping in a New Year congratulatory message addressed to his counterpart Vladimir Putin, world agencies reported, quoted by BTA.
“China and Russia always move forward hand in hand, following the right path, without forming alliances, without confrontations and without acting against third parties“, the congratulatory message says.
The mutual political trust and coordination of the positions of the Russian Federation and the People's Republic of China “have constantly reached a higher level under the strategic guidance of the leaders of the two countries“.
The two countries also support each other in BRICS, making significant contributions to solidarity and cooperation among countries of the Global South, added Chinese President Xi. He stressed that he is ready to continue close contacts with Putin, with the aim of further strengthening and deepening ties, which are characterized by lasting good-neighborly friendship, comprehensive strategic coordination and mutually beneficial cooperation.