Chinese Vice President Wang Qishan will travel to Russia to attend the 22nd St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, and after that, visit Belarus. Wang will exchange views with Russian leaders on bilateral ties and issues facing both countries. China believes the visit will further strengthen the bilateral ties between the two counties.

LU KANG CHINESE FOREIGN MINISTRY SPOKESPERSON "The China-Russia comprehensive strategic partnership of coordination is at its highest it's ever been. Under the guidance and encouragement of the two state leaders, the bilateral relationship has maintained smooth development. This visit will further strengthen high-level exchanges between the two countries, deepen all-around cooperation, and further promote the bilateral relationship."