9 october, 2009 21:00
Vladimir Putin congratulated Jacques Rogge on his reelection as the President of the International Olympic Committee

Vladimir Putin congratulated Jacques Rogge on his reelection as the President of the International Olympic Committee

The message of congratulations reads, in part:
"The unanimous decision to entrust you with this important post is testimony to the universal recognition of your role in bringing to life the high ideals of the Olympic Movement. I would like to reiterate our eagerness to continue our active cooperation with you in organising the XXII Olympics in Sochi in 2014 and in implementing the IOC's noble aims and objectives."