Putin Hails Russia’s Close Ties with Muslim Countries
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The 14th edition of the international economic forum ‘Russia – Islamic World: Kazan Forum’ 2023 was launched in the Russian city of Kazan today.
“I welcome you on the occasion of the opening of the 14th International Economic Forum in Kazan,” Russian President Vladimir Putin said in a message, adding that the capital of the Republic of Tatarstan warmly welcomes guests from many countries and affirms its position as a reliable and sought-after place for large-scale business activities.
Putin said that Russia traditionally enjoys close relations with Islamic countries on a bilateral basis and within the framework of interaction with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, SANA reported.
He stressed that these relations are based on partnership and respect for each other’s sovereignty and civilizational identity.
Putin said that Islamic countries are actively developing today and gaining tangible achievements in trade, the financial sector, innovation, and scientific and applied research, and Russia is open to the largest possible commercial and humanitarian cooperation with them.