President Vladimir Putin hailed Hungary as one of Russia’s most important partners on Wednesday, giving his seal of approval to a budding relationship with a Soviet-era ally that is worrying some of its European Union allies.
While the Ukraine crisis is straining ties between many EU capitals and Moscow, Hungary – which relies heavily on Russia for natural gas supplies – is enjoying a rapprochement with the Kremlin.
“We share the attitude of the Hungarian leadership aimed at growing constructive dialogue, jointly carrying out planned very large investment projects,” Putin told a Kremlin ceremony at which Hungary’s new ambassador presented his credentials.
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Source: Voice of America
