The two leaders discussed practical aspects of bilateral relations in light of the agreements reached during Mr Putin’s state visit to the Netherlands in November 2005, and the implementation of the 2006–2007 Joint Action Programme.
Mr Putin and Mr Belkenende expressed satisfaction at the steady development of cooperation between the two countries in diverse areas such as energy, investment cooperation, transport and others. Practical aspects of cooperation in these different sectors will be discussed in detail during upcoming contacts at intergovernmental level.
Both leaders expressed their confidence that the various issues that inevitably come up during the implementation of large-scale joint projects will be resolved in constructive fashion and in the spirit of understanding that characterises the relations between the two countries.