Strong personal rapport of heads of state cements and guides China-Russia relations

Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Russia from Wednesday to Saturday will be his 11th and it marks yet another milestone in the enduring partnership between China and Russia and the head-of-state diplomacy that has been such a defining feature of the two countries' relations in the new era.

Since 2013, President Xi and Russian President Vladimir Putin have convened over 40 times, keeping the trajectory of the China-Russia relationship on a steady course amid the challenging and changing global landscape. Through regular meetings and diverse communication channels, the two leaders have established a strong personal rapport and aligned their stances on bilateral affairs, global dynamics and international governance.

This continuous dialogue has not only bolstered political trust but also laid the groundwork for collaborative mechanisms at multiple levels, including routine head-of-state summits that have ensured the effective execution of mutual agreements.