Anwar calls Russia ‘a great friend of Malaysia’ in meeting with Putin

 The prime minister expresses hope for deeper cooperation during his official visit to Moscow.

Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim voiced hope for closer collaboration between the two nations during a meeting with president Vladimir Putin in Moscow. (Bernama pic)

MOSCOW:

 Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has described Russia as “a great friend of Malaysia” which is respected by Malaysians.

During a meeting with Russian president Vladimir Putin, Anwar expressed hope that the two countries would hold important meetings in the coming days, reported Sputnik/RIA Novosti.

Anwar arrived in Moscow on Tuesday for an official visit. - FMT