BEIJING, May 11 (Xinhua) -- The development of China-Russia relations embraces new historical opportunities, and China stands ready to work with Russia to continuously strengthen cooperation in various fields and promote the building of a more just and reasonable global governance system, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun said on Monday.

The national flags of China and Russia are seen on Red Square, Moscow. (Photo: Xinhua)

Guo made the remarks at a regular press briefing when asked to comment on Russian President Vladimir Putin's statement on Russia-China strategic coordination at a press conference after the May 9 Victory Day celebrations.