Putin at a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping:

Putin at a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping: “I remember with what warmth you received us in China. On my own behalf and on behalf of all my colleagues, I would like to thank you for your hospitality. During our visit to Harbin, we were all able to see once again how close the historical ties between Russia and China are. Our cooperation is not directed against anyone; we do not create any blocs or alliances. We are simply acting in the interests of our peoples.” Source: Russian Head