South Africa: Putin Kick-Starts Historic SA Visit

5 September 2006

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in the country for a historic two-day visit aimed at strengthening ties with South Africa, particularly those in economic affairs.

President Thabo Mbeki is hosting Mr Putin in Cape Town today, where they will hold talks and sign a number of agreements ahead of Mr Putin's scheduled meetings with other prominent figures during the course of the day.

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