Lavrov: Sino-Russian relations are at the best level in history, Western sanctions go against the trend of history
Before starting his visit to China, Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov accepted a joint interview with Chinese media.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Sino-Russian Treaty of Good-Neighborliness, Friendship and Cooperation. Lavrov said that at present, Sino-Russian relations are at the best level in history. This treaty is of milestone significance. The two sides have agreed to extend the treaty and give it a new era. Connotation.
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov:
There is no doubt that this historic treaty provides a political and legal basis for building a comprehensive strategic partnership of cooperation between China and Russia in the new era.
The vigorous bilateral cooperation between China and Russia in the past 20 years shows that this treaty has withstood the test of time.
Lavrov: China and Russia collaborate to promote the development of multi-polar world
Speaking of the direction of cooperation between China and Russia in the new era, Lavrov emphasized that Western countries headed by the United States are still pursuing hegemonic policies in international affairs, and the primary task of China and Russia is to continue to strengthen the high level of the two countries in the international arena. Collaborate to promote the stability of the international and regional situation, and jointly promote the multi-polar development of the world.
Lavrov: Western sanctions against China and Russia are unwise
Lavrov said that at present, the United States and other Western countries have abandoned traditional diplomatic etiquette and ways of doing things, and the frequent use of sanctions has become their usual method in international affairs, but they should be clear that it is unwise to impose sanctions on Russia and China. .
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov:
Unfortunately, this practice of (sanctions) has been deeply ingrained in the United States. From Obama to Trump to the current US government, this "instinct" has been reflected.
The sanctions are obviously useless. For example, the European Union has taken a similar route and imposed sanctions on Russia under imaginary excuses. As a result, you may have heard of it. European business circles complained about this, complaining that the sanctions against Russia have caused economic losses because EU companies are in The position of the Russian market has been replaced by other countries.
Lavrov: Western sanctions go against the trend of history
Lavrov emphasized that the sanctions imposed by Western countries go against the historical trend, and the process of history cannot be blocked. China and Russia should also take advantage of the momentum to enhance independent technological innovation, continuously improve national strength, and gradually get rid of the Western-controlled international payment system, etc., to reduce sanctions. The risks posed.