China says it is willing to work with Russia to promote new progress in bilateral relations in the new year. Photo: Shutterstock
China says it is willing to work with Russia to promote new progress in bilateral relations in the new year. Photo: Shutterstock

China to aim for stronger ties with Russia this year, top diplomatic official says

  • Chinese vice foreign minister Ma Zhaoxu says Beijing wants to promote new progress in the relationship
  • Xi Jinping is expected to visit Russia in the spring, a year after the 2 countries committed to a ‘no limits’ partnership

China says it is willing to work with Russia to promote new progress in bilateral relations in the new year. Photo: Shutterstock
China says it is willing to work with Russia to promote new progress in bilateral relations in the new year. Photo: Shutterstock
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