On the 5th, Russian President Putin said in Sochi, a southern Russian city, that the "the Belt and Road" initiative has broad prospects for development. Putin attended the annual meeting of the Valdai International Debate Club, a Russian think tank, in Sochi on the same day. He said in response to questions from Xinhua News Agency reporters that China's economy has maintained growth and remains one of the important engines of the world economy. The "the Belt and Road" initiative has broad prospects for development. Russia and China are promoting the docking and cooperation between the Eurasian Economic Union and the "the Belt and Road" initiative. Putin emphasized that cooperation between Russia and China remains one of the most important factors in stabilizing the international situation. Russia and China will not establish any small groups, but will be forced to react to events happening around them. In addition, Putin also stated in response to guests' questions that Russia and China are cooperating in the construction of highways and railways, and are also conducting practical cooperation in the field of industrial production, playing a complementary role in bilateral trade. The Valdai International Debate Club was established in September 2004 and holds an annual meeting. It is an important platform for politicians and scholars from around the world to exchange and interact. This year's annual conference will be held from October 2nd to 5th, with the theme of "Fair Multipolarity: How to Ensure Security and Development for All". Approximately 140 representatives from 42 countries and regions attended. (New News Agency)