Chinese and Russian Foreign Ministers Hold Strategic Talks in Beijing Amid Deepening Ties
Wang Yi and Lavrov meet in Beijing, strengthen China-Russia alliance amid global power shifts.
They vow deeper ties in trade, security, and global governance while rejecting Western influence.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his Russian counterpart, Sergey Lavrov, held high-level strategic talks in Beijing on Monday, reinforcing the deepening relationship between the two global powers amid shifting international dynamics.
The meeting focused on a wide range of global and regional issues, including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, evolving U.S.-China relations, and cooperative efforts in global governance and economic development. Both ministers reaffirmed their countries’ shared commitment to a multipolar world order and opposition to Western-led sanctions and “hegemonic” policies.
According to official statements, the two diplomats emphasized the importance of strengthening coordination between Moscow and Beijing in international institutions such as the United Nations and BRICS. They also discussed enhancing trade, energy cooperation, and regional security, especially in Asia and Eastern Europe.
Wang Yi hailed the meeting as a reflection of the “comprehensive strategic partnership” between China and Russia, noting that the dialogue builds on consistent high-level exchanges between Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin.
For his part, Lavrov stressed the need for continued unity in the face of what he described as Western interference in sovereign affairs. “Russia and China will continue to defend principles of international law, non-interference, and mutual respect,” he said.
The talks are part of regular bilateral consultations held by the two countries, which have grown closer diplomatically and economically since Russia invaded Ukraine and China’s increasing rivalry with the United States. Analysts view the meeting as another signal that both nations are doubling down on their alliance amid global geopolitical shifts.
The visit also comes ahead of key multilateral meetings later in the year, where China and Russia are expected to push for reforms in global economic governance and expand the influence of emerging markets.
The Chinese Foreign Ministry described the outcome of the talks as “constructive and forward-looking,” with both sides agreeing to deepen cooperation across political, security, and economic fronts.
