President Vladimir Putin of Russia stated that he intends to enhance the bilateral relations between the two countries during his official visit to China next month. Mr. Putin expressed his eagerness to meet with Hu Jintao, the new leader of the Communist Party of China, during his three-day visit from December 1 to 3. These remarks were made following a meeting with Tang Jiansuan, the Chinese Foreign Minister, in Moscow. The ongoing regional council meeting is set to discuss drug trafficking from Afghanistan and other security issues. The Chinese Foreign Minister noted that his government, regardless of global events, is keen to develop friendly relations with Moscow. He added that Beijing has an independent and peaceful foreign policy that promotes international prosperity and development.
Putin to Visit China Next Month - 2002-11-24
Russian President Vladimir Putin plans to visit China next month to strengthen bilateral relations with the new Chinese leader, Hu Jintao. The visit comes amid discussions on regional security issues, including drug trafficking from Afghanistan. This meeting is significant as it reflects the growing ties between Russia and China in the context of global politics.
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📰 What Happened
President Putin announced plans to visit China to strengthen bilateral relations with new Chinese leader Hu Jintao. The visit will focus on discussions about regional security issues, including drug trafficking from Afghanistan.
- Putin's visit is scheduled for December 1-3.
- The meeting will address security concerns in the region, particularly drug trafficking.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Russia and China have been increasingly collaborating on various fronts, including security and economic issues, which can influence Iran's geopolitical strategy.
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