On March 17, 2018, President Vladimir Putin of Russia sent a congratulatory message to President Xi Jinping, warmly congratulating him on his election as President of the People’s Republic of China.
Vladimir Putin expressed in the congratulatory message that he sincerely congratulated Xi Jinping on his election as President of the People’s Republic of China. The decision made by the National People’s Congress of China proves again the high prestige of Xi Jinping, which is also the recognition of his contributions to promoting the rapid economic and social development of China and safeguarding national interests on the international stage. Thanks to Xi Jinping’s personal promotion to a large extent, Russia-China relations have reached an unprecedented height in recent years, becoming a real model for major countries to develop mutually beneficial cooperation. He would be very glad to hold new meetings with Xi Jinping. It is believed that Russia and China will surely further consolidate the comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination and endow it with new connotation under the joint efforts of both sides. It will undoubtedly increase the well-being of the friendly Russian and Chinese people and promote the security and stability of the Eurasia and the world at large. He sincerely wished Xi Jinping good health, all the best and constant new achievements in the important post of Chinese President.