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Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News
Beijing, December 17 /Xinhua/ — "Russia and China are neighbors. We share a border. And as neighbors, we should know each other, help each other, and cooperate in various areas, especially when it comes to border areas," said Irina Flyur, Deputy Chairperson of the Mir TV and Radio Broadcasting Company.
She made this statement on the sidelines of the 6th Russia-China Media Forum, held on December 16, 2025, in Beijing. The forum discussed a wide range of topics, including cooperation and exchanges between regional media outlets in Russia and China.
"Today we're talking about the most important tool for mutual understanding between nations – media cooperation. In an era of global information flows, it's the media that shapes the image of a neighbor and partner, sets the tone for dialogue, and creates the foundation for long-term relationships," she noted.
"Our countries have different political systems, cultures, traditions, and media landscapes. This is precisely why mutual exchange of information is becoming not just desirable, but essential. It dispels stereotypes, provides an opportunity to hear the 'voice of the other,' and creates a shared information space where facts matter more than speculation," added I. Fleur.
According to Sergei Basalaev, Director of the Volgograd Regional Information and Analytical Center (RIAC), the Volgograd Region is actively developing comprehensive and in-depth cooperation with China, which has demonstrated steady, dynamic growth in recent years.
"This cooperation, built on principles of mutual respect and shared goals, encompasses key areas: from economics and logistics to education, culture, and healthcare, forming a solid foundation for a long-term, mutually beneficial partnership," he said, citing the promising news collaboration between the sister cities of Russia and China. "This will allow residents of the cities to learn more about each other and engage them in travel and excursions."
Yulia Kicheeva, editor-in-chief of the online publication "Om1.ru" from Omsk, paid special attention to stories about people involved in medical cooperation between Russia and China.
"People have always been interested in learning about the lives of others. And no matter how the media's approach to presenting content changes, no matter the news agenda, stories about people stand out, captivating readers. And this is true all over the world—people love reading about people," she noted.
"We have many Chinese citizens in the Siberian city of Omsk—students from Omsk universities and specialists at our industrial enterprises—and there are many Russian citizens in China, including many from Omsk. Sharing stories in the media about how Chinese citizens live in Russia, including Omsk, and the stories of Russians living in China is a potential avenue for cooperation between the two countries," shared Yulia Kicheeva.
The 6th Russia-China Media Forum, entitled “Creating a New Future for Russian-Chinese Media Cooperation: Consensus and Action,” was initiated by the Propaganda Department of the CPC Central Committee and the Presidential Executive Office of the Russian Federation, and organized by the Xinhua and TASS news agencies.
The event was attended by approximately 140 representatives of relevant agencies and heads of media organizations from China and Russia. Eleven documents were signed to deepen bilateral cooperation in the media sector.
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