Within the framework of the "Year of Russia in China" the "Moscow Week in Beijing" concluded Sunday with colorful performances by Russian artists. 　

In addition to the performances the six-day program also included a China-Russia business seminar, a huge exhibition about modern Moscow and the publication of a book about the friendship and history between the two capital cities. 　　

The program, the biggest since Beijing and Moscow forged their intercity relationship in 1995, was attended by Moscow Mayor Yuri Luzhkov, who led the visiting delegation of 249 on their visit. 　

According to official information, a "Beijing Week in Moscow" is scheduled to be held in the Russian capital next year. 　

Beijing and Moscow enjoyed a honeymoon period during the 1950s but it ended as the two Communist countries disagreed on a number of political issues. 　　

However, a lot of Soviet-style architecture has survived those difficult times and remains in China for people to view and remember the big nation which is their neighbor. 　　

Beijing and Moscow restored relations through the late 1980s and early 1990s as it was recognized they had many common interests. 　

During the "Year of Russia" in China the two countries have launched many economic and cultural exchanges in different Chinese provinces and cities to boost mutual trust. 　　

Amid what can best be described as "Russia fever" many Chinese have said that they've become interested in Russian songs, dance and books. And the Russian people have listed China as one of the top three friends they have in the world. 　　

Editor: Lency