China and Russia Pledge Mutual Support Against External Interference
Summary
China and Russia pledged to back each other’s sovereignty and security while opposing external interference that could weaken stability on the Eurasian continent. The joint statement followed talks between Chinese Premier Li Qiang, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin in Russia.
Key Points
- China and Russia issued a joint statement committing to support each other’s national security, sovereignty and territorial integrity.
- Both sides said they would oppose external interference and pressure that could obstruct Eurasian integration.
- The statement followed talks in Russia between Li Qiang, Vladimir Putin and Mikhail Mishustin.
- It made no mention of a possible trilateral meeting involving Putin, Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
