Strengthening cooperation across various fields within the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) is in the fundamental interest of the peoples of its member countries, Russian President Vladimir Putin said at the informal CIS summit.
“I am convinced that deepening our partnership within the CIS across multiple areas fully serves the core interests of our nations,” Putin stated. “Together, we will continue working toward social and economic development, strengthening stability, and ensuring our common security,” he added.
At the close of the summit, the Russian leader extended New Year’s greetings to his counterparts and their citizens. “I would like to congratulate all of you, dear friends, on the upcoming New Year and wish you and your people good health, happiness, peace, prosperity, and success,” Putin said.
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Based on materials from TASS