Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin is in China for discussions with Chinese leaders, focused on economic cooperation in the context of Western pressures.

The Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has begun a two-day visit to China, where he will meet with President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang. The discussions will focus on economic and technological cooperation, despite Western efforts to convince Beijing to stop its economic support for Russia in the conflict in Ukraine. Mishustin will have meetings in the city of Hangzhou and in Beijing, considering the strategic importance of bilateral relations.

Although trade between China and Russia has recently decreased, Moscow is seeking to strengthen its ties with Beijing to counter Western sanctions. The discussions will address topics such as transportation, industrial cooperation, energy partnerships, and advanced technology. Additionally, the Russian Deputy Prime Minister has indicated an increase in copper and nickel exports to China, highlighting a changing trade dynamic.