An official meeting took place in Bishkek between the presidents of the Kyrgyz Republic, Sadyr Japarov, and the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, who visited the country on a state visit.
Putin's motorcade arrived at the "Yntymak Ordo" building under the protection of mounted cavalry.
The flags of both countries were raised on flagpoles, and an honor guard was organized with the presence of ethnic warriors.
The presidents exchanged greetings, after which the anthems of Kyrgyzstan and Russia were played. Then, following the report from the company commander, the heads of state reviewed the troops.
During the ceremony, they paid tribute to the flag: Vladimir Putin addressed the soldiers with the greeting: "Salam asker!".
After that, Sadyr Japarov and Vladimir Putin introduced their delegates, and then the honor guard marched past them with a ceremonial march.
Upon completion of the ceremony of greetings and joint photography, the leaders proceeded to the negotiation hall.
