President of Kazakhstan and Russia Hold Informal Meeting
Kazakhstan International News Agency - According to the news bureau of the presidential office, on the evening of the 11th, the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who is on a state visit to the Russian Federation, held an informal meeting with the President of Russia, Vladimir Putin, at the Kremlin.
"Respected Vladimir Vladimirovich: First of all, I would like to thank you for the special respect you have shown to this sacred land since I arrived in Moscow. We have just discussed the issue of protocol. In fact, I was very surprised and happy by the warm welcome I received in the capital of Russia. Bilateral cooperation belongs to the strategic partnership and alliance relationship. We cooperate in all fields, and there are no issues between the two countries. Even if problems arise, they can be positively resolved through the efforts of the presidents and heads of government of the two countries. I am very pleased to accept your invitation. Today, we will exchange views in an informal setting. I have some ideas I would like to discuss with you," said President Tokayev.
Putin said:
"Respected Mr. Kasym-Zhomart: First of all, I would like to thank you for taking the time to come on a state visit as agreed earlier. I feel deeply honored. Of course, we have always maintained close communication. However, in international relations, matters of etiquette are also important. Today, we will hold an informal meeting to discuss all relevant issues. Tomorrow, we will review the bilateral relations agenda with our colleagues, focusing on promising areas. Overall, I believe we will achieve very good results this year and effectively implement recent plans."
According to previous reports, on the 11th, the President of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart, arrived in Moscow by private jet at the invitation of the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, beginning a state visit to Russia.
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