Key Points:
- Russian President Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping to meet at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in July.
- Intensive schedule of contacts between Russia and China highlighted by top diplomats.
- Discussion on mutual support, stability, and cooperation in the shared region.
- Exchange of views on pressing global issues including the Middle East, Red Sea, and Korean peninsula.
- SCO, a significant Eurasian organization, includes China, Russia, India, Pakistan, and Iran.
Upcoming Meeting at SCO Summit
During a recent meeting, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov confirmed that Presidents Putin and Xi will meet on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in July. This will mark the second meeting between the two leaders in a span of two months.
Intensive Diplomatic Engagements
Lavrov emphasized the busy schedule of contacts between Russia and China, mentioning an upcoming session of BRICS foreign ministers in Nizhny Novgorod. The leaders are set to convene during the SCO summit in Astana.
Mutual Support and Stability
Both diplomats underscored the importance of increasing mutual support to maintain stability in the shared Chinese-Russian neighborhood. Discussions also included various global issues such as the Middle East peace process and developments in the Red Sea and Korean peninsula.
China-Russia Relations in Focus
China and Russia, as founding members of the SCO, play crucial roles in the organization. Recent statements by Presidents Xi and Putin have highlighted the positive impact of their bilateral ties on global peace and stability.
Recent Visit and Future Cooperation
Putin’s recent visit to China, the first after his reelection, further solidified the strong relationship between the two nations. Both leaders emphasized that their ties are not aimed against any other country but are focused on mutual benefits and global stability.