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[QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 43530, member: 636"]
Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang will visit St. Petersburg for the economic forum. Russia invited the high-ranking official to attend the major international event. The visit runs from June 19 through June 21 with important government meetings planned. Xuexiang leads the Chinese group at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. Foreign Ministry spokesman Guo Jiakun announced the trip during a press briefing.

Xuexiang met with Russian President Vladimir Putin during his China visit last year. The Chinese official participated in private talks between the two leaders. China considers Xuexiang one of its most powerful government figures. He became first Vice Premier of the State Council during 2023. The Communist Party promoted him to the Politburo Standing Committee during 2022.

The St. Petersburg forum attracts business leaders from around the world. About 20,000 people from 140 countries and territories will attend the event. The forum opens June 18 and continues through June 21. Russian officials expect major economic deals and partnerships. International delegates discuss trade and investment opportunities.
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