Something big just happened in Harbin! ❄️ This past Sunday, the 10th China-Russia Expo kicked off, and the energy was all about growth, partnership, and future-proofing ties. Chinese Vice Premier Zhang Guoqing joined the event to highlight how cooperation between the two powerhouses is paying off in a major way.
Zhang, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made it clear: under the strategic guidance of their respective heads of state, China and Russia have achieved some seriously "fruitful results" across various fields. 📈
It wasn't just a one-sided conversation. Russian Deputy Prime Minister Yury Trutnev was right there in the mix, and together, they shared congratulatory letters from their leaders. The main goal? Keeping the momentum going! 🚀
The spotlight was heavily on the Northeast-Far East cooperation mechanism. Zhang emphasized that the Chinese mainland is ready to work with Russia to expand the space for win-win development, using platforms like this expo to make things happen. Trutnev echoed the sentiment, noting that Russia is eager to unleash the full potential of local cooperation to enrich bilateral relations.
The action started even before the opening ceremony, as Zhang and Trutnev co-chaired the sixth meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission for Cooperation of Northeast China and the Far East Region of Russia on Saturday. It is clear that the bond between these regions is getting stronger, paving the way for more trade, innovation, and shared success for the next generation. 🌍💬✨
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Chinese vice premier: China, Russia cooperation yields fruitful gains
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