(Updated at 20:46)
BEIJING, 2 September (BelTA) – Belarus President Aleksandr Lukashenko and President of Russia Vladimir Putin had a meeting in Beijing, BelTA has learned.
The meeting took place at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, which is located in the western part of Beijing and boasts a history of over 800 years. It served as a country palace for recreation and entertainment for Chinese emperors. Originally, a platform for fishing (in Chinese “Diaoyutai”) was built there, and since then the residence has been known as the “imperial fishing platform.” Today, the complex hosts receptions, important international events, meetings, and negotiations. This location is also used to accommodate foreign dignitaries.
Both leaders are in China on a visit. They have participated in a summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, have held a number of bilateral meetings, and intend to attend an army parade in Beijing on 3 September. Vladimir Putin held negotiations with China President Xi Jinping in Beijing on 2 September. The Belarusian head of state also held negotiations with China’s leader ahead of the SCO summit in Tianjin.
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