Overview
- Mikhail Mishustin held informal and then formal talks with Li Qiang at Hangzhou’s Sihu state residence before expanded-format negotiations.
- Nine documents were concluded, including a joint communique and accords covering investments, energy, transport, agriculture, customs and media cooperation.
- Customs and phytosanitary protocols included updates to risk management cooperation and new requirements for Russian mung beans and wheat bran exports to China.
- Mishustin said ties are at their highest level and confirmed the Russia–China investment protection agreement takes effect on December 1.
- Li Qiang pledged closer strategic coordination, Mishustin invited him to Moscow for the mid‑November SCO government meeting, and officials highlighted rising student exchanges and expectations for stronger tourism following China’s visa‑free entry for Russians.