Speaking of China, Putin's latest statement
According to a report by Russian news agency on September 12th, Russian President Putin met with Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing during his attendance at the 2023 Oriental Economic Forum. Putin stated that Russia China relations have reached an unprecedented historical level, and cooperation between the two countries will continue.
According to the report, Putin stated that the trade volume between Russia and China is expected to reach $200 billion in the near future, that is, by 2023.
He stated that the trade volume between Russia and China has increased by nearly one-third annually, and the goal of reaching $200 billion in trade proposed by the leaders of the two countries is expected to be achieved this year.
Putin said he believes that "Russia China relations will develop at a faster pace.".
According to the Russian Sputnik News Agency, Russian President Putin said at the plenary meeting of the Oriental Economic Forum on the 12th that Russia China cooperation in recent years has reached an "unprecedented" level.
The report states that Putin pointed out when discussing cooperation with China that Russia will not build a military alliance, and friendship with China is not to oppose third countries.
Putin also pointed out, "The West is trying to contain China's development, but they are too late, the train has left, and the new center of power will strengthen."
The report also stated that Putin stated at the forum that Russia's trade volume with Asia Pacific countries increased by 13.7% in 2022 and 18.3% in the first half of 2023. Russia looks forward to continuing to develop trade with these countries.
Putin pointed out, "The potential for such cooperation is simply immeasurable."
The 8th Oriental Economic Forum was held from September 10 to 13, 2023 in Vladivostok, Russia. The theme of this forum is "Towards Cooperation, Peace, and Prosperity". About 7000 representatives from over 50 countries and regions participated in this forum.