The President thanked David Cameron for the work they did together and expressed confidence that the positive potential of Russian-UK ties will be used in full to the benefit of the two nations, in the interest of providing peace and security in Europe and worldwide. “I hope that your vast political experience will be sought after both in the United Kingdom and in the international community,” Vladimir Putin said.
In his message to Theresa May, the President congratulated her on being appointed Prime Minister of Great Britain and underscored his belief that it is in the vital interests of both nations to preserve and expand the significant level of Russian-UK cooperation that has been achieved in various fields over the course of many years.
Vladimir Putin reaffirmed his commitment to pursue constructive dialogue and work together with the British Prime Minister on pressing issues of the bilateral relationship and the international agenda.