Vladimir Putin was welcomed at the airport in Beijing. In his honor, the flags of Russia and China were raised, and an honor guard was organized. The ceremony was attended by Chinese students and students, who waved the flags of both countries and greeted the Russian president with shouts.
Vladimir Putin was also welcomed at the Beijing airport by Wang Yi, director of the Office of the Foreign Affairs Commission of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China. The two politicians had a short conversation on the red carpet before the Russian president went on to further meetings.
Zhang Hanhui, the Chinese ambassador in Moscow, Igor Morgulov and high-ranking representatives of Russian diplomatic missions were also present during the welcome.
Putin's two-day visit to China. A key point is made
The Russian leader is planning a number of meetings, and his stay in China is scheduled for May 19 and 20.
According to Putin's adviser on international affairs, Yuri Ushakov, the most important element of the visit will be the discussion of the most pressing international issues during a meeting with Xi Jinping over tea.
