Putin, hosting top Chinese general, says Russia, China are boosting military cooperation

Military co-operation between Russia and China is becoming increasingly important but they do not intend to build a Cold War-style military alliance, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Wednesday as he hosted a top Chinese general.

Putin also told General Zhang Youxia, vice chairman of China's Central Military Commission, that modern weaponry will help to ensure the security of both their countries.

The Russian leader also accused NATO of creating tensions in the Asia-Pacific region.