11 march, 2010 16:19
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin sends his congratulations to Mykola Azarov on his appointment as prime minister of Ukraine

Prime Minister Vladimir Putin sends his congratulations to Mykola Azarov on his appointment as prime minister of Ukraine

The message reads, in part:
"I hope we will build close ties and effective cooperation with you and your government to strengthen the many links between our states. I have confidence that this is in line with the fundamental interests of the people of Russia and Ukraine.
"I hope your work in this important government post will be successful and productive."