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On the evening of December 31 (Vietnam time), Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a New Year's message to all Russians. In his three-minute speech, President Putin emphasized that Russia had overcome significant challenges over the past year and had every reason to be proud of its achievements.

He stated that as we stand on the threshold of the new year, we can look to the future with optimism, believing that everything will be fine and that we will continue to move forward.

He also extended his best wishes to the military, calling them true heroes and highlighting that their families and friends, along with millions of people across the country, are thinking of them. He noted that 2025 will mark the 80th anniversary of the Victory over fascism and will be designated as the Year of the Defender of the Fatherland in Russia.

Putin affirmed that thanks to the unity of the entire nation, Russia has set and achieved great goals in the early years of the 21st century. He emphasized that this unity is continually growing, strengthening confidence in oneself and in the strength and capabilities of each Russian citizen.

Finally, Putin sent his wishes: "The New Year will come in just a few hours. At these moments, our dearest people are with us: family, children, parents, grandchildren, friends, and comrades. I wish all the best and prosperity to every family, every home, and our beloved country—Russia. When we are united, everything will come true."

Russian President Vladimir Putin.

In his New Year's message to the Chinese people on December 31, President Xi Jinping acknowledged the country's new challenges but also highlighted significant achievements.

"In 2024, China overcame numerous challenges and achieved remarkable accomplishments. GDP is expected to exceed 130 trillion yuan, and grain output surpasses 1.4 trillion kilograms. Green and low-carbon development is progressing well," Xi stated in his speech.

The Chinese leader also mentioned several outstanding achievements in science and technology over the past year, such as the construction of the Dream exploration ship for ocean exploration and the Chang'e-6 probe, which collected samples from the Moon for the first time. Additionally, Chinese athletes achieved excellent results at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Xi addressed the Taiwan issue, stating, "The Chinese people on both sides of the Taiwan Strait are one family. No one can sever our blood ties, nor can they stop the trend of national reunification," the leader affirmed.

President Xi Jinping also expressed confidence that, with the people's solidarity, China will complete the 14th Five-Year Plan in 2025. He concluded his speech by wishing everyone a peaceful, prosperous, and progressive new year.

Chinese President Xi Jinping.

In his New Year's address to Germany's 84 million people on December 31, Chancellor Olaf Scholz called for unity amid ongoing global crises and wars, while the German economy weakens and reels from the horror of the Magdeburg Christmas market attack.

"Strength comes from unity. And we are a united nation. We can make 2025 a good year," Chancellor Scholz said in his speech.

While acknowledging the country's ongoing recovery from the Magdeburg Christmas market attack, which left five people dead and over 200 injured, the German leader emphasized that attacks and crises should not lead to division. "We are not a nation where people are against each other or alienated from each other. We are a united nation, and that is what makes us strong—especially in difficult times like these," Scholz stressed.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

"Our economy is struggling. Life is getting more expensive," the German chancellor acknowledged, but he conveyed an optimistic message. "We have 84 million people—only 1% of the world's population, but we are the third largest economic power in the world because we are hardworking people."

Olaf Scholz concluded his speech by expressing his hope that Germans would welcome the new year with confidence. "What will happen next for Germany? Our unity will make us strong," the leader emphasized.

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