On July 20, 2026, a concert was held in Beijing to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the China-Russia strategic partnership of coordination. The event featured performances by artists from both countries, celebrating decades of diplomatic and cultural cooperation.
The concert, organized by the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Russian Ministry of Culture, took place at the National Centre for the Performing Arts. It included traditional and contemporary music pieces, reflecting the shared history and mutual respect between the two nations.
Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin exchanged congratulatory messages for the anniversary, emphasizing the importance of the partnership in promoting global stability and multilateral cooperation. The partnership, established in 1996, has since expanded into economic, energy, and security sectors.
Cultural exchanges like this concert are part of broader efforts to strengthen people-to-people ties, with both countries planning more joint events in the coming year. The event was attended by diplomats, cultural figures, and members of the public.
