MOSCOW, November 18. /TASS/. The Russian-Chinese relations of comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation, which have entered a new era, are in their best period today, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a meeting with Chinese Premier Li Qiang in Moscow on Tuesday.
"The Russian-Chinese relations of comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation, which have entered a new era, are indeed experiencing the best period in their history," Putin stated.
The Russian president pointed out that relations between the two states are based on the principles of equality, mutual benefit and support regarding all issues that affect each other's fundamental interests.
"At the same time, they are not directed against anyone," he stressed.
Putin recalled that the 30th regular meeting of the heads of Russian and Chinese governments had recently been held in Hangzhou.
