Chinese foreign Minister Wang ⁢Yi is ⁤scheduled to visit Russia next week, according to ⁢a‍ statement released by‍ his ministry on Friday, November 22, 2025. The visit comes as the United States continues its diplomatic efforts to find a resolution to ‍the war in Ukraine.

Wang Yi will⁢ participate in the 20th round of strategic and security cooperation talks between China and Russia on Monday‍ and Tuesday, as reported by Agence France-Presse.These discussions represent a continuation of a long-standing partnership between the ⁣two nations.

The invitation to visit was extended by Sergei Shoigu, Secretary of ⁢the Russian Security Council.‍ Chinese officials ⁢stated⁢ that Wang ‍Yi will engage in‍ “comprehensive exchanges ‍of views ⁢on international and regional issues of mutual concern” during ‍the visit, though ‍the ongoing conflict in ⁤ukraine was⁣ not specifically mentioned in the proclamation.

This meeting underscores the continued close relationship between Beijing and Moscow, even as global attention remains focused on the⁣ geopolitical implications ‍of the war in ⁣Ukraine. The⁣ talks are expected to cover⁣ a broad range of topics impacting both countries and⁣ the ‍wider international landscape.