Russian President Putin will pay a two-day official visit to China

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit China this week to strengthen the partnership.

The Kremlin says that President Vladimir Putin will pay an official visit to China from May 16 to 17 at the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping.

According to the Kremlin, President Putin and President Xi Jinping will discuss in detail all issues of comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation in the meeting.

The two leaders will also discuss in detail the most important international and regional issues.

The two leaders will sign a joint statement after the meeting. The Russian President will also meet with Chinese Premier Li Qiang to discuss trade and economic cooperation.