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Russian-German intergovernmental consultations opened with talks between President Vladimir Putin and German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder

June 15, 2000, Berlin

Before the talks, Mr Putin was welcomed in a ceremony near the Federal Chancellor’s office.

The Russian and German leaders discussed security issues and international relations.

Mr Putin said after his meeting with Mr Schroeder that Germany was Russia’s most important economic partner and the core of European integration. According to the Russian President, his first meeting with Mr Schroeder gave him reason to hope that their future dialogue would bring positive results.

June 15, 2000, Berlin