Xi, Putin pledge more coordination

Putin said Russia resolutely opposes attempts to interfere in both countries' domestic affairs or contain the legitimate development interests of both nations. The Russian president added that his nation will work to safeguard international fairness and justice and to protect global strategic stability and security.

In his opening remarks, Xi referred to Putin as "my old friend" before commending him for supporting China in upholding its core interests and opposing attempts to sow divisions between the two nations.