China, Russia Move Toward Full-Fledged Strategic Partnership -- Xinhuanet
BEIJING, March 21 (Xinhua) -- Vladimir Putin included China in his first foreign trip after assuming the Russian presidency last year.
Xi Jinping, after his election as Chinese president last week, also chose Moscow to be the first foreign capital to visit as China's head of state.
The reciprocation reflects the fact that both countries see each other as the principal priority of their foreign relations, which was reaffirmed in a phone call made by Putin to congratulate Xi on his election.
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More News On Chinese President Xi's Trip To Russia
China leader says Russia trip 'far exceeded expectations' -- Global Post/AFP
Xi Jinping: Russia-China ties 'guarantee world peace' -- BBC
Xi hopes China, Russia to boost military ties -- China Daily
China's Xi wants strong military ties with Russia -- Times of India/AP
China bond with Russia keeps the peace: Xi -- South China Morning Post
China’s Leader Argues for Cooperation With Russia -- New York Times
Chinese Leader Hails Strong Ties With Russia -- Radio Free Europe
Russia and China's ties get 'even better' -- Asia One
My Comment: Nothing major was agreed upon .... but this trip was a success for the simple reason that both leaders did not only get to meet each other .... but they also developed a rapport with each other. As to developing a "strategic partnership" .... that is going to take time.
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