China and Russia Hold 20th Strategic Security Consultation in Moscow, Vowing Deeper Coordination

High-Level Talks Conclude in Moscow

The 20th round of China-Russia strategic security consultation took place in Moscow on December 2, 2025, marking a significant step in the ongoing bilateral relationship between the two nations. The high-level talks were co-chaired by Wang Yi, Member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee and Director of the Office of the Central Commission for Foreign Affairs, and Sergei Shoigu, Secretary of the Russian Federation Security Council. The discussions aimed at advancing coordination and strengthening strategic mutual trust between Beijing and Moscow.

Key Agreements and Shared Stances

During the consultation, both sides agreed to fully implement the important common understandings previously reached by their respective heads of state, President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin, in the realm of strategic security. They committed to advancing bilateral strategic coordination to a higher quality. A central point of consensus was the resolute safeguarding of the outcomes of the victory of World War II. Both nations pledged to firmly oppose any attempts to whitewash colonial aggression and to counter efforts to revive fascism or Japanese militarism. Discussions also covered issues related to Japan, where a high degree of consensus was reached.

Discussions on Global and Regional Security

The officials engaged in comprehensive and in-depth communication on major issues concerning the strategic security interests of both countries. They stressed their shared responsibility as major countries and permanent members of the United Nations Security Council to safeguard world peace, security, historical truth, and international justice. The talks also included extensive exchanges on the Ukraine crisis, with Wang Yi reiterating China's support for all efforts conducive to achieving a comprehensive and lasting peace. Other topics included international and regional security issues, the situation in the Asia-Pacific region, military and military-technical cooperation, and interaction between law enforcement agencies and special services.

Future Outlook and Bilateral Milestones

Wang Yi highlighted the high-level development of China-Russia relations throughout the current year, noting two meetings between President Xi Jinping and President Vladimir Putin that provided guidance for stable bilateral ties. Looking ahead, 2026 will mark significant anniversaries for the bilateral relationship: the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the China-Russia strategic partnership of coordination and the 25th anniversary of the signing of the China-Russia Treaty of Good-Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation. Secretary Shoigu affirmed Russia's firm adherence to the one-China principle, expressing strong support for China's positions on Taiwan, Xizang, Xinjiang, and Hong Kong. He also conveyed Russia's willingness to collaborate with China in promoting a more just and reasonable multipolar world.