For Putin's meeting, soldiers of the National Guard and representatives of military formations were lined up in front of the Kyrgyzstan administration building.
The Russian president's car was accompanied by an escort in the form of mounted cavalry, consisting of 40 riders. This innovation in protocol has been introduced for meetings with foreign guests arriving on official visits.After greeting Putin, where the anthems of both countries were played, Japarov and Putin made an honorary circle. The President of Russia addressed the guards with the words: "Salamatysynby, asker!"
After the official photo session at "Yntymak Ordo," the heads of state proceeded to the negotiation hall for further discussions.