“These talks have once again confirmed the high level of mutual understanding and trust recently achieved by our two countries. These relations serve as a model for many countries in Central and Eastern Europe.”

“Together we are implementing major projects in energy, including nuclear power generation, in transport and in the defence sector.”

“First of all, we have been able to review all the issues on which our two countries cooperate. Secondly, we were able to make a lot of progress today on the work our two countries have been involved in together. This includes concluding an intergovernmental agreement on Slovenia’s participation in the South Stream project.”

“Slovenian businesses are very active in Russia, and are involved in a number of business ventures, including in the pharmaceutical industry. And we are confident that your visit, Mr Prime Minister, will be another impetus for the development of relations between our two countries.”

“I would like to express my gratitude to everyone who competed, because you truly have achieved outstanding results, and hundreds of thousands of viewers are watching you. Here on the screen we have seen that you are role models for millions of young people.”

“The state is now the main customer in the housing market, and we have an opportunity to take an active part in forming the supply of housing. Before, too little attention was paid to this issue. We must encourage the construction of affordable, comfortable, energy efficient, eco friendly housing.”

Mr Putin and Mr Belyaninov discussed the collection of taxes for the budget.