Vladimir Putin will visit Germany 2013-02-21 11:00:00 On April 7–8, the President of Russia will make a working visit to the Federal Republic of Germany at the invitation of Federal Chancellor Angela Merkel. Vladimir Putin and Angela Merkel will take part in the opening ceremony of the Hannover Messe, where Russia will be presented as the main partner country this year. Talks between the Russian President and German Federal Chancellor will also be held during the visit.