The main subjects on the agenda were bilateral relations and also relations with the European Union, of which Spain currently holds the rotating presidency.

BRIC Countries: Common Goals – Common Actions

The meeting took place as part of Dmitry Medvedev’s working visit to the Czech Republic.

The President stressed that the most important thing is to prevent further loss of life and restore law and order.

Dmitry Medvedev and President of Slovakia Ivan Gasparovic held talks and presented Russian and Slovak state decorations to veterans of the battles fought to liberate Slovakia from Nazi occupation.

President of Slovakia Ivan Gasparovic welcomed Dmitry Medvedev in an official ceremony hosted at the Presidential Palace.

The two presidents discussed bilateral cooperation issues over an informal lunch.