Strong China-Russia relations are stabilising force in a ‘turbulent’ landscape: Xi Jinping

South China Morning Post Political StrategyNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Shi JiangtaoApril 15, 2026 at 11:01 AM

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In Beijing on April 15, 2026, Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss strengthening the China-Russia strategic partnership amid global instability. Xi emphasized the importance of their relationship as a stabilizing force in a turbulent international landscape, particularly in light of the US-Israeli war against Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. He urged both nations to deepen "all-around cooperation," enhance strategic communication, and support each other's development. Xi also stressed the need to defend mutual interests, safeguard the Global South, and uphold the authority of the United Nations. Both countries aim to create a multipolar world order.

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Both sides should fully implement the important consensus I reached with President [Vladimir] Putin.

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Both sides should maintain strategic resolve, trust each other, support one another and focus on their own development.

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Xi Jinping urged China and Russia to elevate their strategic partnership.

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The meeting occurred against the backdrop of acute international instability and heightened global energy volatility.

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The growing China-Russia relationship is a stabilising force in a volatile world.

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Global South 30% Great Hall of the People 30% Israel 30% Strait of Hormuz ×240% United States 50% Iran 50% Vladimir Putin 60% UN ×270% Sergey Lavrov ×280% Xi Jinping ×290% Russia ×490% China ×490%

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china-russia relations 100% strategic partnership 90% xi jinping 80% multipolar order 70% sergey lavrov 70% stabilising force 60% global uncertainty 60% united nations 50% strategic coordination 50% global energy volatility 40%