China ready to boost energy ties with Russia

Xi's message to forum stresses need to safeguard industry, supply chains

President Xi Jinping underlined on Tuesday China's readiness to forge an even closer energy partnership with Russia to promote the development of clean and green energy, ensure global energy security and safeguard the stability of industry and supply chains.

Xi made the remarks in a congratulatory message to the fourth China-Russia Energy Business Forum. Russian President Vladimir Putin also sent a congratulatory message to the forum.

Xi highlighted energy cooperation between the two countries as a key cornerstone of bilateral pragmatic cooperation and a positive force in upholding global energy security.