China and Russia pledge to defend each other’s core interests, ‘jointly face challenges’ as Moscow faces new sanctions
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In communique issued after meeting between Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Russian counterpart Mikhail Mishustin, the two sides vow to oppose external influence in ties and ‘closely coordinate’ under multilateral frameworks including Brics, G20 and SCO.