Russian President Putin to visit Athens and Mount Athos in late May

Source: tovima.gr

May 19, 2016

    

The President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin has arranged to visit Athens and the St. Panteleimon Monastery on Mount Athos on the 27th and 28th of May respectively.

The spokesperson for the Greek government Olga Gerovasili commented that the visit is an “extremely important event” and a great opportunity to further enhance the economic and energy relations between Greece and Russia.

Reports suggest that security at the monastery will be high, with Russian officials having already arrived and making preparations for President Putin's visit. Patriarch Kirill of Moscow will also be present at Mount Athos during the presidential visit.

tovima.gr

5/19/2016

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