In March 1996 he identified China as the country 's main strategic partner in the region .
In September of that year , at an economic forum in Beijing , Davydov stated that Russia 's strategic goal is to increase cooperation with Asia - Pacific countries .
In March 1996 Davydov identified China as the country 's main strategic partner in the region .
In September of that year , at an economic forum in Beijing , Davydov stated that Russia 's strategic goal is to increase cooperation with Asia - Pacific countries .