Putin, who spent eight hours with Xi during the latter's one-and-a-half-day stay, said the visit was of historical significance. In one of the most memorable moments of this visit, Xi unveiled at the Kremlin a portrait of Putin embroidered with silk threads in 70 colours. Putin, in the city for the G20 summit, gifted Xi with the perfect refreshment -- a box of Russian ice cream. This was a prime example of how interactions between Xi and Putin have stimulated cooperation between their countries. THINKING ALIKEIn 2017, Putin awarded Xi the highest honour of Russia, the Order of St. Andrew the Apostle the First-Called.

Source: bd News24 June 06, 2019 13:18 UTC