On the morning of May 20, President Xi Jinping held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who was on a state visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.

On the morning of May 20, President Xi Jinping held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who was on a state visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. Before the talks, Xi Jinping held a welcome ceremony for Putin at the East Gate Square of the Great Hall of the People.

On the morning of May 20, President Xi Jinping held talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who was on a state visit to China, at the Great Hall of the People in Beijing. The two heads of state agreed to extend the Sino-Russian Treaty of Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation.

The two heads of state held small-group and large-group talks successively.

Xi Jinping pointed out that this year marks the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Sino-Russian strategic partnership of coordination and the 25th anniversary of the signing of the Sino-Russian Treaty of Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation. The signing of the treaty established a legal foundation for long-term good-neighborly friendship and comprehensive strategic coordination, leading to a leapfrog development in bilateral relations. The relationship has reached its current height step by step because both sides have continuously deepened political trust and strategic coordination with perseverance, expanded cooperation in various fields with a spirit of reaching higher levels, and defended international justice and fairness while promoting a community with a shared future for mankind with courage amid complexity. Under the current international situation, as permanent members of the UN Security Council and major world powers, China and Russia should focus on long-term strategy, use higher-quality comprehensive strategic coordination to support each other’s development and revitalization, and promote a more just and reasonable global governance system.

Xi Jinping noted that China and Russia adhere to developing a new-era comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination based on equality, mutual respect, trustworthiness, and win-win cooperation. Political trust is deepening, and cooperation in trade, investment, energy, technology, culture, and regional affairs is progressing steadily, with stronger people-to-people bonds. The relationship has entered a new phase of greater achievements and faster development. Unswervingly promoting the long-term, healthy, stable, and high-quality development of Sino-Russian relations is a strategic choice based on the fundamental interests of both countries and global development trends. All departments should fully implement the important consensus reached between him and President Putin, seize historical opportunities, and make the foundation of mutual trust stronger, the quality of cooperation more substantial, and the path of friendship wider.

Xi Jinping emphasized that both sides should focus on their development and revitalization goals, fully leverage the comprehensive and complete nature of the Sino-Russian cooperation mechanism, strengthen overall planning for all-round cooperation, promote practical cooperation in trade, investment, energy, transportation, technology innovation, and other areas to upgrade, actively lay out cooperation in frontier fields, and create new growth engines with new quality productive forces. They should continue the tradition of friendship across generations, strengthen cultural, educational, film, tourism, and sports exchanges, and solidify the social and public foundation for bilateral friendship. They should deepen multilateral coordination, further enhance cooperation and coordination in multilateral platforms such as the United Nations, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, BR

Great Hall of the People

The Great Hall of the People is a monumental state building located on the western side of Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China. Constructed in 1959 as part of the “Ten Great Buildings” project to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, it was built in just 10 months. It serves as the primary venue for the National People’s Congress and other major political and cultural events

Great Hall of the People

The Great Hall of the People is a monumental state building located on the west side of Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China. Constructed in just ten months in 1959 as one of the “Ten Great Buildings” for the 10th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China, it serves as the primary venue for the country’s legislative and political meetings, including the National People’s Congress and the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference. The hall is also used for state ceremonies and diplomatic events, symbolizing the political power and architectural ambition of modern China.

Beijing

Beijing, the capital of China, is a historic and cultural center with over 3,000 years of history. It has served as the imperial capital for much of the last 800 years, most famously under the Ming and Qing dynasties, which left landmarks like the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven. Today, Beijing blends ancient heritage with modern development, serving as the nation’s political, cultural, and educational hub.

Tiananmen Square

Tiananmen Square, located in the heart of Beijing, is one of the largest public squares in the world and a significant symbol of Chinese national identity. Originally built in the 15th century during the Ming Dynasty as a gate to the Imperial City, it was expanded in the 20th century and became the site of major historical events, including the founding of the People’s Republic of China in 1949. Today, it remains a key political and cultural landmark, surrounded by important sites such as the Great Hall of the People and the Monument to the People’s Heroes.

Sino-Russian Treaty of Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation

The Sino-Russian Treaty of Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation, signed on July 16, 2001, is a landmark bilateral agreement that formalized a strategic partnership between China and Russia. It established principles of mutual respect, territorial integrity, and non-aggression, while promoting cooperation in trade, energy, and security. The treaty reflected the post-Cold War shift toward closer ties between the two nations, building on decades of complex relations including periods of alliance and tension.

United Nations

The United Nations is an international organization founded in 1945 after World War II to promote peace, security, and cooperation among nations. Its headquarters in New York City serves as a global forum where member states address issues like human rights, development, and conflict resolution. The UN replaced the League of Nations and now includes 193 member countries, making it the largest such body in the world.

Shanghai Cooperation Organization

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is a permanent intergovernmental political and security alliance founded in 2001 by China, Russia, and several Central Asian states. Its roots trace back to the “Shanghai Five” mechanism established in 1996 to resolve border disputes and promote regional security. Today, the SCO has expanded to include major powers like India and Pakistan, focusing on counterterrorism, economic cooperation, and cultural exchange across Eurasia.

BR

“BR” likely refers to **Brasília**, the capital of Brazil. Inaugurated in 1960, it was a purpose-built city designed by architect Oscar Niemeyer and urban planner Lúcio Costa, featuring a distinctive modernist layout shaped like an airplane. Its construction was a bold project to develop Brazil’s interior, and it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its innovative architecture and urban planning.