Mr Putin spoke highly of the IOC’s work in the context of preparing for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Sochi.
Thomas Bach expressed hope that the 2014 Winter Olympic Games will be held at the highest level.
Vladimir Putin congratulated Thomas Bach on his election to the post of International Olympic Committee President.
Mr Putin spoke highly of the IOC’s work in the context of preparing for the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Sochi.
Thomas Bach expressed hope that the 2014 Winter Olympic Games will be held at the highest level.