“France has always been Russia’s key strategic partner in the full meaning of the word.”
“We pay tribute to the memory of our men and officers who fought far from their homeland – both for Russia and for France.”
“In Russia, there is an absolute consensus on our relations with France. All our political forces hold the development of these relations in the highest regard and will do their utmost to ensure that we continue to move forward as we have today,” the prime minister said.
Events for 20 june 2011
The two officials discussed the performance of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Katyrin said the chamber has 174 branches around Russia, nearly all of which have joined the Popular Front, and whose members are active on its election campaign teams.
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin holds meeting with Vnesheconombank Chairman Vladimir Dmitriyev
The two officials discussed the registration and future work of the Direct Investment Agency. Dmitriyev also reported to the prime minister on the bank’s sponsorship and charity programmes.
