#diplomatic-engagement

#diplomatic-engagement

Putin described the foreign policy ties between the two nations as an important stabilising factor amidst growing turbulence in the world, according to a transcript released by the Kremlin on Wednesday. He said Russia and China would continue close coordination on global and regional agendas, both bilaterally and within all the multilateral frameworks, including the United Nations, the BRICS coalition of economies, and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, where he said the Russian-Chinese tandem plays an essential role.

Havana says it is ready for constructive engagement' with Washington as White House moves to choke off oil supplies. The Cuban government has rejected accusations that it poses a threat to the security of the United States, insisting that it stands ready to cooperate with Washington. The Cuban Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on Monday calling for dialogue and stressing that the Caribbean island does not support terrorism.