President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, has stressed that the relations with the Republic of Cyprus are gaining momentum.
Putin was speaking at a ceremony, during which new Ambassador of the Republic of Cyprus to the Russian Federation, Leonidas Markides, presented his credentials.
Speaking at the ceremony, the Russian President said “our relations with the Republic of Cyprus are gaining momentum. They are based on the cultural and spiritual kinship of our peoples”.
He also referred to the upcoming visit of the Cypriot President to Russia.
“I am confident that during the upcoming visit of President Nicos Anastasiades to Russia in October, important bilateral documents in a variety of areas will be adopted` he pointed out.
As regards the Cyprus issue, he underlined that Russia has consistently called for a comprehensive, just and viable solution to the Cyprus problem in line with the United Nations Security Council resolutions.
He also outlined the main pillars of the Russian foreign policy, noting its priorities and Russia’s principled positions on international matters.
Meanwhile, during a brief conversation with the Russian President after the ceremony, Ambassador Markides thanked him for his country’s strong and continued support on the Cyprus problem and assured him of his readiness to work for further reinforcing the traditionally excellent bilateral relations between Russia and Cyprus.