Vladimir Putin: Mongolia A Key Partner in Asia

Prime Minister of Mongolia Ch.Saikhanbileg met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday, during the 19th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.

At the meeting Vladimir Putin said, "Just recently, we had the opportunity and pleasure to speak with the President of Mongolia during his visit to attend the celebration of the Victory in the Great Patriotic War, on May 9.

"Mongolia is certainly one of our key partners in Asia. We have many joint projects. Granted, the course of events in the global and Russian economy has had an impact on our cooperation, but I am confident that this is temporary," adding that he was happy for the opportunity to talk with the Prime Minister concerning the full spectrum of Russian and Mongolian relations.

Premier Ch.Saikhanbileg thanked Vladimir Putin for the warm welcome and said, "First of all, I want to express my gratitude for this opportunity to participate in the...