We Haven't Met for a Day, but It Feels Like Three Autumns Have Passed. Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived at the House of the People's Assemblies in China, where Russian-Chinese negotiations have begun. This marks the start of President Vladimir Putin's visit to China, during which he has arrived at the House of the People's Assemblies to participate in Russian-Chinese negotiations.

During the meeting between Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping, which is taking place in the presence of delegations, Xi Jinping welcomed the Russian president in Beijing, referring to him as an old friend. For his part, President Putin called his Chinese counterpart a 'dear friend' and quoted a Chinese saying: 'We haven’t met for a day, but it feels like three autumns have passed.'

According to the Russian leader, the relationship between the two states is at an unprecedented high level and serves as a model of partnership. Putin emphasized that the treaty on friendship, benevolence, and cooperation with China is the basis for the development of ties in all sectors. He also highlighted the importance of the visa-free regime, adding that this practice should continue.

Vladimir Putin has invited Xi Jinping to visit Russia next year. The Chinese president noted that Russia and China are jointly shaping the direction of progress in their bilateral relations, which are based on mutual respect and mutually beneficial cooperation.