U.S., Russia and China reaffirm deepening ties as defense treaty partners

For China, growing proximity to Russia ensures greater energy security (representative)

New Delhi:

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov met in Beijing on Tuesday to discuss the continuity of bilateral relations and reaffirm their ties.

Xi Jinping said that this year marks the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Russia. China and Russia have jointly embarked on a new path of harmonious coexistence and win-win cooperation between major countries and neighboring countries. “

The meeting comes as the United States hosts its defense treaty partners Japan and the Philippines and as tensions in the South China Sea escalate over China’s aggressive posture. The United States, which has treaties protecting the territorial integrity of Japan and the Philippines, is paying close attention to China’s aggressive tactics.

For China, growing proximity to Russia ensures greater energy security and leverage over the United States. It is also hoped that deepening ties with Russia will have implications for India’s historical and strategic engagement with India.

India buys defense equipment and oil from Russia.

Experts say New Delhi’s rise as a counter to China’s economic and geopolitical influence in Asia is unlikely to be affected by the two countries’ growing ties.

Xi Jinping pledged to coordinate bilateral relations with Russia in international and regional affairs to “ensure the smooth and stable development of Sino-Russian relations.” Lavrov emphasized that Putin’s re-election marked the continuity of the development of relations between the two countries.

We are pleased to see these achievements, especially those achieved during this decade under your leadership. I hope we will take the opportunity of celebrating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations to work with China to fully implement the tasks set forth by the two heads of state in the new strategy,” Lavrov said.

Earlier in the day, Lavrov met with Wang Yi, and the two expressed their hope to strengthen practical cooperation in various fields in accordance with the consensus reached by the two heads of state.

Wang Yi said that China-Russia relations have irreplaceable value, and maintaining and developing good relations is an inevitable choice and is in line with the fundamental interests of both countries. Lavrov said that relations between the two countries are based on mutual respect, equal cooperation and trustworthy dialogue.

Wang Yi said at the joint press conference held after the talks that to further consolidate China-Russia relations, both sides must follow five principles: follow the diplomatic strategic guidance of the heads of state and adhere to the principle of non-alignment and non-alignment. We should not confront or target third parties, stick to the right direction on major issues of principle, engage in win-win cooperation, and advocate an equal and orderly multi-polar world.

Tuesday’s meeting, which sets the stage for Putin’s expected visit, comes just days after U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned that Chinese companies would face “significant consequences” if they provide material support to Russia in its war in Ukraine “.

According to reports, Putin may visit China as soon as next month. However, neither party has confirmed this yet.