In a move that's stirring excitement, China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Igor Kobzev, the governor of Russia's Irkutsk region, on Wednesday in Irkutsk. 🌏🤝
Wang Yi, who is also a member of the Political Bureau of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China, mentioned that as both China advances its modernization and Russia accelerates development in the Far East, the two countries are facing historic opportunities to team up. 🚀
He highlighted that local cooperation is a key part of China-Russia relations. The Irkutsk region, rich in natural resources and boasting a strong industrial base, has unique advantages in collaborating with China. 🌲🏭
Wang Yi emphasized China's support for closer, mutually beneficial partnerships between provinces and cities of both nations, aiming to bring more benefits to the people on both sides. ❤️
Governor Kobzev noted that China is the Irkutsk region's largest trading partner, and trade has been on the rise. He expressed eagerness to expand exchanges and cooperation in agriculture, energy resources, culture, education, and tourism. The goal? To attract more Chinese investment and create a better business environment for Chinese enterprises. 🛍️🎒
Looks like a new chapter in China-Russia friendship is unfolding! Stay tuned for more on this dynamic duo's collaboration. 😉
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
