(VOVworld) – Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev held talks with Chinese visiting President Xi Jinping on Saturday.  

Chinese visiting President Xi Jinping and Russian Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev (photo: Reuters)

Medvedev said Xi’s first foreign visit to Russia as Chinese President is of great significance as the two countries are accelerating their strategic partnership and cooperation in international forums. Medvedev said the visit has gained profound results with over 30 documents were signed. Xi said regardless of international changes, China and Russia relations will continue to be consolidated as the two countries have worked closely together to establish a foundation for future cooperation.

During President Xi’s visit to Russia, the two countries have launched the Chinese Tourism Year in Russia.