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Congratulations to Angela Merkel on her re-election to the post of Federal Chancellor of Germany

December 17, 2013

Vladimir Putin congratulated Angela Merkel on her re-election to the post of Federal Chancellor of Germany.

In his congratulatory message the Russian President stressed that her re-election shows the recognition of Ms Merkel's political standing and achievements in running the state over the past years.

Mr Putin expressed confidence that the new Federal Government will continue the policy of further developing Russian-German relations in the spirit of strategic partnership. The Russian leader also noted the importance of the upcoming top-level interstate consultations, which will serve to improve the mechanisms of successful cooperation between Russia and Germany in all priority areas.

December 17, 2013