CARACAS, Feb 21 (NNN-TASS) — Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in Venezuela with a visit. The republic has become the second point in the Minister’s working tour to Latin American countries.
In addition to the talks with his Venezuelan counterpart Yvan Gil Pinto, he is also expected to meet with President Nicolas Maduro and Executive Vice President Delcy Rodriguez.
According to Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, Lavrov’s talks with the Venezuelan leadership will involve the perspectives of development of the Russian-Venezuelan strategic partnership, as well as the coordination within the UN and at other multilateral platforms.
Previously, Maduro said that Lavrov will relay an “important message” from Russian President Vladimir Putin.
After Venezuela, the Russian Foreign Minister will depart to Rio de Janeiro, where will take part in the G20 ministerial meeting on Feb 21-22. — NNN-TASS
