Prime Minister Vladimir Putin chairs a Government Presidium meeting
“It is our duty to cherish and defend the truth about the war, the priceless experience of allied partnership and genuine heroes, whom time cannot conquer. This is important for all of us, this is essential for the education and moral upbringing of future generations. Support for veterans, the widows of the homeland’s defenders, as well as everyone affected by the war must always be a priority in our work.”
Events for 21 june 2011
“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.
