Russia thanked for "unwavering support on Kosovo issue"

Putin spoke first, stressing right away that he was very pleased to be meeting with Vucic once again, the Kremlin announced on its website.

"I have warm recollections of the hospitality shown to me and my delegation during our visit to Belgrade on January 17. The talks we held then promoted our cooperation and gave a boost to bilateral ties. This is also reflected in the trade volume, which has been growing slowly but steadily - two percent last year," Putin said, in the part of the meeting that was open to the media.
He added that foreign ministers maintain constant political contacts, while relations in such a sensitive sphere as military and technical cooperation are also developing.
"I am glad to have this opportunity to meet with you on the sidelines of today's event and discuss bilateral relations and developments in the region," Putin said.
Vucic then spoke in Russian to respond: "Mr. President, respected Vladimir Vladimirovich, dear friend. I am very glad to be meeting with you today."
"I would like to say that your historical visit to Serbia was very important for the development of relations between Serbia and Russia. Your visit bore many fruit, but it was also a warm-hearted visit, because it spoke to the hearts of all Serbians," Vucic said.
He once again thanked Putin for the enormous support he shows to the development of the best political relations between our countries.
"I must also express my gratitude for supporting Serbia's territorial integrity and sovereignty (on the issue of Kosovo - ed.), because you support our country in all international organizations. As you know, this is very important for us," the Serbian president said.
"We feel a lot of pressure with regard to Kosovo. Once again, thank...