Medvedev sents greetings to Patil on her 75th birthday

RUSSIA-PATIL

Vinay Shukla
Moscow, Dec 19 (PTI) Russian President Dmitry Medvedev
has sent greetings to Indian President Pratibha Patil on her
75th birthday and reaffirmed Moscow's policy to develop
friendly ties with New Delhi.

"In Russia, you are deeply respected as an
influential politician who personally contributes to
socio-economic development of India and strengthening its
international authority," Medvedev wrote to Patil.
Recalling their meetings with Patil Medvedev wrote,
"I have warm memories of our meeting in New Delhi in December
2008 which took place in an atmosphere of openness and trust
so typical for our bilateral relations in general.
Your recent visit to Moscow rightfully became a major
element of the Year of India in Russia.
"The Russian President also lauded Patil's 'courage'
for becoming the first female head of state to undertake
flight on a combat jet recently. (MORE) PTI VS
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