Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov provided information about Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to China, which will begin tomorrow, and also made statements regarding the peace process in Ukraine.
Peskov stated that Moscow has very high expectations for Putin’s visit to China on May 19–20.
Key statements from Peskov:
We have very high expectations for Putin’s visit to China.
Every new meeting between the two leaders gives fresh momentum to the further development and expansion of relations.
Putin’s delegation to China will include deputy prime ministers, ministers, and company executives.
Relations between Russia and China are multifaceted; alongside trade and economic cooperation, dialogue in the field of education is also developing actively.
All issues on the economic agenda between Russia and China will be discussed during Putin’s visit to China.
More detailed information regarding Putin’s upcoming visit to China will be shared by Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov.
The peace process in Ukraine is currently at a standstill, and Russia hopes the process will resume.
The Russian army targets only military facilities in Ukraine, whereas the Ukrainian side continues to target Russia’s civilian infrastructure.
Russia expects the United States to continue its mediation efforts in Ukraine.
Russia remains in constant contact with its Cuban friends and is exchanging views on steps that could ease the burden caused by the blockade imposed on Cuba.