Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin Exchange New Year’s Greetings Emphasizing Strong Relations
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have exchanged New Year’s greetings, emphasizing their desire to strengthen collaborative ties. Both leaders reiterated their commitment to deepening their strategic partnership amid global challenges, marking 2024 as the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations. Xi described Putin as his ‘best friend,’ highlighting the maturation of their relationship. Additionally, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un sent his New Year’s wishes to Putin, further underscoring the close ties developing among these countries despite international tensions.