The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: The cooperation between Russia and China is essential for stability and security in the Asia-Pacific and even in the world.
Xinhua News Agency, Moscow, November 11 (reporter Zhao Bing) Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Zakharova said on the 11th that the cooperation between Russia and China is one of the main factors for stability and security in the Asia-Pacific region and even in the world.
Answering questions from Xinhua news agency reporters at a regular press conference that day, Zakharova said Russia and China have similar positions and consistent philosophies in the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) platform. The two sides maintain close cooperation on key issues in regional affairs and unanimously advocate the establishment of an equal and indivisible security architecture in the Asia-Pacific region.
Zakharova spoke highly of China's work as APEC host in 2026. She said this is the third time that China has served as APEC host, and the work has been rich in content and achieved outstanding results. Russia fully supports and agrees with China's efforts to promote relevant work focused on openness, innovation and connectivity.
Zakharova also wished the informal meeting of APEC leaders to be held in Shenzhen from the 18th to the 19th full success.