Moscow – Sputnik. The agenda of the Russian President also includes phone conversations with foreign counterparts. Traditionally, on this day, President Putin receives congratulations from leaders of other countries as well as Russian political and social figures, many scientists, athletes, and some cultural and artistic personalities.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced yesterday that Putin is scheduled to hold several international phone conversations on Tuesday. In the afternoon, the head of state will hold a meeting with the permanent members of the Russian Security Council. The Kremlin spokesman clarified that this meeting has a specific agenda.
Usually, the president spends at least part of this day with friends, family, and loved ones. Last year, the Russian President also celebrated his birthday at his workplace, held several meetings during the day, and spent the evening in informal communication with leaders of the Commonwealth of Independent States who came to Moscow to participate in the Commonwealth summit.
