Li Hongzhong, Vice Chairman of China’s National People’s Congress Standing Committee, called for deeper cooperation between China and Russia during the 15th plenary session of the China-Russia Friendship Committee for Peace and Development. Li read President Xi Jinping’s congratulatory message and emphasized that under the guidance of Xi and President Vladimir Putin, the bilateral comprehensive strategic partnership has advanced at a high level. Messages from Xi and Putin highlighted the committee’s role as a bridge for people-to-people exchanges. Li urged stronger youth exchanges, training programs, and broader cooperation. Russian co-chair Boris Titov delivered Putin’s message, praised Russia-China relations, and expressed readiness to expand public diplomacy and cultural ties to strengthen long-term friendship.
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