5 june, 2010 11:52
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin congratulates Naoto Kan on his election as prime minister of Japan

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin congratulates Naoto Kan on his election as prime minister of Japan

The message reads, in part:
"Developing relations based on trust and neighbourly cooperation between Russia and Japan is in the interests of our two nations, and contributes to stability and security in Asia-Pacific. I anticipate fruitful cooperation with you and your government on all issues of our bilateral agenda."