Beijing, China - On Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping met in Beijing for a historic summit. The two leaders discussed a wide range of topics including economic cooperation, security, and global issues. The two leaders held a joint press conference following their meeting, where they both expressed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic ties between their two countries. President Putin noted that the two countries have shared a “long-standing friendship and cooperation” and that the summit was a “great opportunity” to further strengthen their relationship. President Xi echoed Putin’s sentiments, adding that the two countries have a “shared responsibility to maintain global peace and stability.” He went on to say that the two countries have a “shared interest in promoting economic growth, safeguarding global security, and combating climate change.” The two leaders also discussed economic cooperation between their two countries. President Putin noted that Russia and China have agreed to increase trade between their two countries and to create more investment opportunities for businesses in both countries. He also highlighted the importance of cooperation on energy projects, such as the construction of a natural gas pipeline between Russia and China. The meeting between the two leaders marks a significant milestone in their relationship and is seen as a sign of their commitment to further strengthening ties between their two countries. It is clear that the two countries are committed to deepening their collaboration and that their relationship is only getting stronger.