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President Vladimir Putin has confirmed that Russia and China are working on ambitious, long-term plans to grow their partnership across a wide range of sectors.
Speaking during a visit by Chinese Premier Li Qiang, President Putin praised the strong ties between the two nations and expressed confidence in the future of their cooperation.
“We have big plans together,” said Putin. “These are not just ideas for tomorrow, but for many years to come. We’re talking about real projects in trade, energy, technology, and cultural exchange.”
The statement comes as both countries are positioning themselves to expand influence in a shifting global landscape. China’s Belt and Road Initiative, already a key framework for infrastructure investment across Asia and beyond, is expected to play a central role. Russia has said it will align its own plans with this initiative to help create a “Greater Eurasia,” an expansive vision for regional development through railways, highways, and logistics corridors.
The energy sector is also high on the agenda. Russia and China have agreed to intensify cooperation in oil, gas, and renewable energy, and are reportedly taking steps to reduce reliance on the U.S. dollar in their trade — a move that reflects growing interest in using national currencies to shield their economies from external shocks.
In addition, both countries see room to work more closely in space and military technology.
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While no specifics were given, Putin said the discussions included plans to develop joint capabilities in these areas, something he described as “strategically vital.”
Crucially, both sides have stressed that their growing alliance is not meant to antagonize any third party. Putin called the Russia-China partnership one built on mutual trust and mutual benefit. “It’s not aimed against anyone,” he said. “It’s simply the logical result of two neighbors and major world players recognizing the value of working together.”
Chinese Premier Li Qiang echoed the sentiment, calling the bilateral relationship a “model for cooperation among major nations.” He emphasized that economic stability, development, and people-to-people ties are the true foundations of the partnership.
The visit and the remarks by both leaders signal a strong commitment to long-term collaboration. At a time when geopolitical tensions are high in other parts of the world, Russia and China appear to be doubling down on a shared vision of global influence and mutual progress.
Observers say that if these plans materialize as expected, they could reshape not only Eurasia but also the balance of power on the global stage.
