The message to Jiang Zemin says, in part:
“I highly appreciate the positive results in Russian-Chinese relations that we have achieved in recent years.
“I am certain that Russian-Chinese strategic cooperation in the interests of our people will continue to have a positive influence on the international situation.
“I would like to wish you and the Chinese people all the best.”
The message to Zhu Rongji says, in part:
“The last year saw our countries develop successfully in various areas. At present, the expansion of bilateral economic cooperation is a high priority. We expect solid results from our intergovernmental contacts.”