Chinese President Hu Jintao sent a congratulatory message on
Monday to his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, on the occasion
of Russia's National Day.
Hu said in the message that, under the leadership of President
Putin, Russia is enjoying political stability, rapid economic
growth and growing national strength and has played an important
role in international and regional affairs.
"The Chinese people are heartily glad to see the achievements
the Russian people have made in the cause of national
construction," the Chinese leader said.
The China-Russia strategic partnership of cooperation has kept a
healthy and vigorous momentum of development since its
establishment 10 years ago, Hu said, adding that political mutual
trust has been intensified and bilateral cooperation in various
fields are fruitful.
He also said China and Russia maintain close coordination and
cooperation in international and regional affairs and have made
important contributions to safeguarding world peace and stability
and promoting common development.
"I believe that the China-Russia strategic partnership of
cooperation will see better development with the joint efforts of
both sides," said Hu.
(Xinhua News Agency June 12, 2006)
