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Vladimir Putin and Abdel Fattah El Sisi Walk Along the Sochi's Embankment

On Tuesday, October 16, 2018, Vladimir Putin and Abdel Fattah el-Sisi held an informal meeting in Sochi: the leaders took a walk along the embankment, talked to tourists and visited one of the restaurants in the city.

The official part of the visit of the President of Egypt to Russia will take place on October 17. The heads of state will discuss key issues of further building up Russian-Egyptian cooperation and exchange views on topical issues on the international agenda. Following the talks, it is planned to sign a number of joint documents.

Vladimir Putin's Remarks on Russia’s Current Economic Situation

Vladimir Putin held a meeting on economic issues. The agenda included Russia’s current economic situation and measures to improve its stability and growth, The Kremlin, Moscow, October 16, 2018.

Dmitry Medvedev Visits Golden Autumn Agro-Industrial Exhibition

Dmitry Medvedev took part in the opening of the Golden Autumn agro-industrial exhibition, presented awards to workers in the industry and examined the exposition, VDNH, Moscow.

Vladimir Putin Congratulates Agrarians

Vladimir Putin congratulated agro-industrial complex workers on their professional holiday, Agriculture and Processing Industry Workers’ Day, Georgiyevskaya, Stavropol Territory, October 14, 2018.

Alexander Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin: Informal Meeting in Alexandria

Alexander Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin, after the completion of official events related to their participation in the V Forum of Regions, devoted several hours to informal communication in Alexandria, Belarus, on October 12, 2018.



The Belarusian head of state invited the Russian leader to visit his small homeland in the agro-town of Alexandria, Shklovsky district. Alexander Lukashenko and Vladimir Putin inspected the house where the future Belarusian President was growing up. Together they strolled through the village, admiring the local beauty.

Vladimir Putin's Remarks at Fifth Forum of Russian and Belarusian Regions

Vladimir Putin's remarks at a plenary session of the Fifth Forum of Russian and Belarusian Regions in Mogilev on October 12, 2018.

Mr Putin and Mr Lukashenko attend the Fifth Forum of Russian and Belarusian Regions.

The plenary session of the Fifth Forum of Russian and Belarusian Regions is devoted to the priority areas of the regional cooperation development as a key factor in integration and the building of the Union State.

Attending the event are Speaker of the Federation Council of the Russian Federal Assembly Valentina Matviyenko, Speaker of the Council of the Republic of the National Assembly of Belarus Mikhail Myasnikovich, State Secretary of the Union State Grigory Rapota, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Russia to Belarus, Special Presidential Representative for Expanding Trade and Economic Cooperation with Belarus Mikhail Babich, as well as heads of ministries and agencies, executive and legislative bodies of authority, local governments of the Russian and Belarusian regions, and representatives of large businesses, public and scientific organisations.

The forum will bring together some 2,000 participants. The programme will include a crafts fair and the Painting Treasures exhibition, featuring works from the collections of the State Tretyakov Gallery and the Belarusian National Arts Museum.

The Forum of Regions is held to promote direct ties between Russia and Belarus, including through their legislative and executive authorities and business communities. It also drafts recommendations aimed at improving the legal framework for stimulating economic development in the two countries.

The first forum was held in Minsk in 2014, the second, in Sochi in 2015, the third, in Minsk in 2016 and the fourth, in Moscow in 2017.

Alexander Lukashenko Welcomes Vladimir Putin to Mogilev

Vladimir Putin Arrives in Mogilev (Belarus)

Vladimir Putin, Government to Discuss Preparations for Heating Season

Vladimir Putin Received Foreign Ambassadors’ Credentials

Vladimir Putin received credentials from 23 foreign ambassadors. The ceremony, which symbolises the official start of the ambassadors’ missions in the Russian Federation, took place in the Alexander Hall of the Grand Kremlin Palace, Moscow, October 10, 2018.

Vladimir Putin and Volunteers of 29th Winter Universiade

On October 10, 2018, Vladimir Putin held a meeting with volunteers of the 29th Winter Universiade to be held in Krasnoyarsk in 2019.

Vladimir Putin's Remarks at International Forum Russia - Country of Sports

Vladimir Putin took part in the plenary session titled Physical Education and Sports: New Development Targetsof the 7th International Forum Russia – Country of Sports in Ulyanovsk on October 10, 2018.

Vladimir Putin and Winners of 2017 2018 World Championships

Vladimir Putin talked to winners of 2017–2018 world championships and holders of gold badges of the Russian physical fitness and sports programme Ready for Labour and Defence (GTO), Ulyanovsk, October 10, 2018.

Vladimir Putin and UFC Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov

Vladimir Putin met with Russian fighter, UFC Lightweight Champion Khabib Nurmagomedov in Ulyanovsk on October 10, 2018.  The President congratulated the fighter on winning the UFC Championship. The athlete’s father also attended the meeting.

Sergey Lavrov Welcomes Maria Ubach in Moscow

Sergey Lavrov’s opening remarks during a meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs of Andorra Maria Ubach, Moscow, October 10, 2018.

Vladimir Putin's Remarks on Agricultural Development

Vladimir Putin held a meeting on measures to fulfil the potential of Russia's agricultural industry, Mineralnye Vody, Stavropol region, October 9, 2018.

Vladimir Putin and Dmitry Medvedev Visits Rassvet (Dawn) Agricultural En...

Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev during their trip to the Stavropol region visited Rassvet agricultural enterprise on October 9, 2018.

Sergey Lavrov Welcomes His Slovak Counterpart in Russian Foreign Ministry

Sergey Lavrov's opening remarks during a meeting with Slovakian Minister of Foreign and European Affairs Miroslav Lajcak, Moscow, October 9, 2018.

Alexander Lukashenko Inspects Belarus Weapons and Military Hardware

Alexander Lukashenko inspected new samples of Belarusian weapons and defense technology at a firing range in Ivatsevichi District on October 5, 2018.

Vladimir Putin Turns 66: Russian President Spend Birthday with His Famil...

Today, Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrates his birthday. On Sunday he turns 66 years old. As presidential press secretary Dmitry Peskov said earlier, Putin will spend this day with his family and friends.

Traditionally, on his birthday Putin receives greetings from other leaders by phone. Among the first foreign leaders who congratulated Putin on Sunday was Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and Armenian President Armen Sarkissian. Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev in a phone conversation wished Putin good health and success in his hard work for the benefit of Russia and its people.

Also, Italy’s Berlusconi to meet with Putin to wish him happy birthday.

Last year, Putin spent his birthday far away from Moscow, holding an urgent meeting with permanent members of the Russian Security Council in Sochi. In 2016, the Russian president did not hold any public events on that day. A year earlier, Putin took part in a match of the Night Hockey League, and in 2014 he officially took a day off and flew to the Siberian taiga to mark his birthday.

Dmitry Medvedev Visits Krasnogorsk College

On Teacher's Day, Dmitry Medvedev visited the Krasnogorsk College and met with the teaching staff, Moscow region, October 5, 2018.

Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin: Press Statements Following Indian-Russ...

Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin made statements for the press, following Indian-Russian talks in New Delhi on October 5, 2018.

Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin Meets Talented Indian and Russian Youth

Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin met with students from the Russian educational centre Sirius and talented Indian children in New Delhi on October 5, 2018.

The two leaders took questions from the young participants of the meeting and examined the projects designed jointly by students of the educational centre Sirius and students of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), an Indian government organisation that supports talented youth.

In particular, as part of the Russian-Indian workshop held in New Delhi on October 1–4, children worked on such projects as designing equipment for blood tests, straw processing, innovations for motorcycle safety, including for beginners, and equipment that could produce energy using fitness machines.

Following the meeting, a ceremony took place to sign an agreement between the educational centre Sirius and the AIM on a student exchange programme.

Vladimir Putin's Remarks at Russian-Indian Business Forum in New Delhi

During his official visit to India, Vladimir Putin, along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, attended the closing ceremony of the Russian-Indian Business Forum, New Delhi, October 5, 2018.

Narendra Modi Welcomes Vladimir Putin in New Delhi

On October 4, 2018, Narendra Modi welcomes Vladimir Putin in New Delhi, India.

The one-on-one meeting was closed to the press.

The President of Russia arrived in India on an official visit. Full-fledged talks with Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi are scheduled for October 5.

Vladimir Putin Arrives in New Delhi (India)

Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi,India on an official visit, October 4, 2018.

The visit’s main part is scheduled for October 5, when President of Russia will hold talks with Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi. The Russian-Indian consultations will focus on key aspects of the further development of the bilateral and especially privileged strategic partnership, as well as topical international and regional issues. Following the talks, a number of cooperation documents will be signed.

In addition, Vladimir Putin and Narendra Modi will attend the Russian-Indian Business Forum and meet with a group of students from the Sirius Russian Educational Centre and talented Indian children.
Vladimir Putin will also hold a meeting with President of India Ram Nath Kovind.

Sergey Lavrov's Opening Remarks at Meeting with Peter Szijjarto in Moscow

Sergey Lavrov's opening remarks at a meeting with Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Peter Szijjarto, Moscow, October 3, 2018.

Russian Energy Week 2018 International Forum in St Petersburg (Full Engl...


The forum is taking place in Moscow on October 3–6. Its main theme is Sustainable Energy for the Changing World.

The forum will be attended by representatives of the largest international companies and organisations, and leading experts. About 60 business events will be held within the framework of the official programme.

Vladimir Putin Hold Joint Press Conference with Sebastian Kurz Following...

Vladimir Putin and Sebastian Kurz Visits Hermitage in St Petersburg

Vladimir Putin and Federal Chancellor of the Republic of Austria Sebastian Kurtz visited the State Hermitage Museum Complex, St Petersburg, October 3, 2018.
The heads of the two states took part in the opening of the art exhibition of the State Hermitage Museum and the Vienna Museum of Art History “Imperial capitals: St. Petersburg - Vienna. Masterpieces of museum collections.

Vladimir Putin Congratulates Finalists of Teacher of Year 2018

On the eve of Teacher's Day, Vladimir Putin met with the finalists of the Teacher of Year 2018 competition, St Petersburg, October 3, 2018.

Vladimir Putin's Welcome Address to Russian Energy Week International Forum


Vladimir Putin take part in the plenary session of the second Russian Energy Week Energy Efficiency and Energy Development International Forumn in Moscow on October 3, 2018.

Alexander Lukashenko Shown Team Belarus for 2nd European Games

Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko has attended a presentation of Team Belarus and volunteer outfits for the 2nd European Games MINSK 2019 on October 2, 2018.

Vladimir Putin will take part in Russian Energy Week International Forum

On October 3, the President will take part in the plenary session of the second Russian Energy Week Energy Efficiency and Energy Development International Forum to be held from October 3 to October 6 in Moscow.

The theme of the discussion is sustainable energy for the changing world. TV presenter and special correspondent of PBS NewsHour Ryan Chilcote will be the moderator of the plenary session.

The forum will be attended by representatives of the world’s largest international companies and organisations and leading experts. About 60 business events will take place within the official programme.

On the sidelines of the Russian Energy Week, Vladimir Putin will also meet with OPEC Secretary General Mohammad Barkindo.

Vladimir Putin will hold talks with Federal Chancellor of Austria Sebastian Kurz

The President of Russia will hold talks in St Petersburg with Federal Chancellor of Austria Sebastian Kurz, who will pay a working visit to Russia.

The leaders will discuss the current state and development prospects of Russian-Austrian relations, as well as major international and regional issues with due account of the Austrian Presidency at the EU Council in the second half of 2018.

Vladimir Putin and Sebastian Kurz will take part in the opening of an art exhibition of the State Hermitage Museum and the Vienna Art History Museum titled Imperial Capitals: St Petersburg – Vienna. Masterpieces of Museum Collections.

In addition, St Petersburg will host a meeting of the President of Russia with the finalists of the 2018 Teacher of the Year contest.

Sergey Shoigu Reports Vladimir Putin on S 300 Shipments to Syria

Vladimir Putin held an operational meeting with the permanent members of the Security Council, during which Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu reported on the delivery of the S-300 complex and other weapons to enhance the security of the Russian military in Syria, the Kremlin, Moscow, October 2, 2018.

Vladimir Putin Chairs Meeting with Government on Russia's Development S...

Vladimir Putin held a regular meeting with Government members in Kremlin on key areas of economic development of Russia, Moscow, October 2, 2018.

Vladimir Putin Welcomes Aleksandar Vučić to Kremlin

Vladimir Putin met in the Kremlin with President of the Republic of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić who arrived in Russia on a working visit, Moscow, October 2, 2018.

Putin Fulfilled The New Year's Wish Of 13 Year Old Ksenia

Vladimir Putin talked by telephone with Ksenia Mazneva, 13, from St Petersburg, who took part in the New Year Tree of Wishes charity campaig...