Xinhua News Flash: Chinese President Xi Jinping held a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Kazan.

The two leaders had in-depth exchanges on deepening the comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination between China and Russia, and enhancing coordination and cooperation in international and regional affairs. Xi Jinping emphasized that China-Russia relations are an important force for maintaining world peace and stability, and both sides should continue to strengthen strategic communication to advance bilateral relations. Putin stated that China-Russia relations are an important component of international relations, and both countries should work together to elevate bilateral relations to new heights.

The two sides also exchanged views on international and regional issues of common concern, agreeing that cooperation within multilateral frameworks such as the United Nations and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization should be strengthened to jointly uphold international fairness and justice.