Beijing - Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is embarking on a four-day official trip to Russia, commencing on Monday, September 18. During his visit, he will engage in security talks, as confirmed by China's foreign ministry. This visit is the latest development in a series of interactions, including phone calls and high-level visits, between the two nations.

Russia and China maintain a strategic alliance, frequently emphasizing their "no limits" partnership encompassing military and economic cooperation. Their relationship has deepened, notably after Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February of the previous year, a move that China did not publicly criticize.

According to a statement released by China's foreign ministry, Wang's visit to Russia is aimed at hosting the 18th round of the China-Russian Strategic Security Consultations (SSCC) from September 18 to 21. This visit comes following an invitation from Moscow's security council secretary, Nikolai Patrushev.

During this visit, Wang will meet with his Russian counterpart, Sergei Lavrov, with a primary focus on enhancing collaboration on the international stage. Discussions will encompass topics related to the resolution of the Ukraine conflict and strategies for ensuring stability and security in the Asia-Pacific region, as stated by a spokesperson from the Russian foreign ministry.

In the context of the Ukraine conflict, China has positioned itself as a neutral party on the global stage. Additionally, China has provided diplomatic and financial support to Moscow, addressing its growing international isolation. However, it has refrained from supplying lethal weaponry or overt military involvement in support of Russia's actions. Last month, Chinese Defence Minister Li Shangfu visited Russia and Belarus, advocating for closer military cooperation between these nations.

These developments reflect the evolving dynamics of international diplomacy and alliances in the contemporary geopolitical landscape.