Chinese And Russian Leaders On Talks

Chinese President Hu Jintao met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in New York on Wednesday.

The two leaders discussed the development of bilateral strategic and cooperative partnership and other major issues of common concern.

Hu said China will work with Russia to expand cooperation in various fields while Putin said his country treasures cooperation with China.

Hu suggested the two sides work out cooperative plans and measures in key areas and on major projects to ensure progress in big projects concerning energy, investment and high-tech.

Putin spoke highly of the cooperation among the SCO's member states and said Russia will make preparations for the SCO summit scheduled for next year in China.

The two sides agreed to maintain close communication and coordination on the reform of the United Nations.