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Mr Putin gave his warmest wishes to Mr Schroeder on his birthday.

The two leaders discussed particular aspects of the concluding phase of preparations for the Russian-German summit in Hannover on April 10–11, organised in connection with Russia being the main partner country at this year’s Hanover International Fair.

The President also sent a message of congratulations to Mr Schroeder, in which he noted in particular that:

“I highly value the genuine friendship and trusting relations that we have established over these last years.

I am looking forward to our upcoming meeting in Hannover, which I am sure will benefit the consistent development of the multifaceted partnership between Russia and Germany and will help strengthen stability and cooperation in Europe.”