China’s Xi and Russia’s Putin spoke – Xi says two will move forward hand in hand

Xinhua with the info (via Reuters headlines):

• China’s President Xi and Russia’s Putin exchange New Year greetings
• Xi, to Putin: China and Russia always move forward hand in hand along the right path of non-alliance, non-confrontation, and not targeting any third party
• Xi, to Putin: China-Russia political mutual trust and strategic coordination are continuously marching to a higher level under the strategic guidance of the two leaders
• Xi, to Putin: China and Russia support each bother’s role as chair of BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, contributing significantly to solidarity and cooperation among the Global South.

This article was written by Eamonn Sheridan at www.forexlive.com.