President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Mr President,
I am delighted to meet with you once again, on the sidelines of the Valdai Club in Sochi.
Recently, you celebrated the Day of Serbian Unity on September 15, and I would like to congratulate you.
You have personally contributed greatly to the development of relations with Russia. I understand that the situation in your country and the region is difficult and complex, and I am very interested in hearing your insights.
It is a pleasure to see you.
President of Republika Srpska Milorad Dodik (retranslated):
I am also very happy to see you. I would like to express my pleasure at the opportunity to attend this forum.
I am pleased to see the progress in Russia. On May 9, I attended the impressive Victory Parade. It is wonderful to be in Russia again, to discuss our strong, stable and strategic bilateral relations
I agree with your observation that the situation in our country is complex. Some say we are never bored and always have something to do.
Vladimir Putin: Let us have a more detailed discussion.
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