Tymoshenko congratulates russia's leaders

Published in Inform issue #70
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Ukraine’s Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko congratulated Dmitry Medvedev on his inauguration as President of the Russian Federation. In a government telegram the premier expressed an assurance that Mr Medvedev would ensure succession of power and the irreversibility of the country’s course, supported by real achievements in serving the interests of the Russian people.

Ms Tymoshenko also sent a telegram to Vladimir Putin, Russia’s new Prime Minister. She said that she believed his appointment as Head of Government will promote the economic potential of Russia and improve the well-being of its citizens.

Ukraine’s premier confirmed the readiness of her government to strengthen bilateral cooperation and to promote positive relations between the two countries as strategic partners.