KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 26 (Bernama) — Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia was warmly welcomed by Russian President Vladimir Putin at Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg, in a meeting that reflects Russia\u2019s highest appreciation towards the friendly ties between both countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The King\u2019s visit to the world-renowned museum also highlighted the role of the Malaysian Royal Institution as a driver of national diplomacy, particularly in strengthening bilateral relations between Malaysia and Russia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Established in 1755, the Hermitage Museum is among the largest and oldest art and cultural museums in the world, housing more than three million works of art and valuable artefacts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHis Majesty also graciously spent time, accompanied by President Putin, viewing part of the museum\u2019s historic collections and world-class artworks on display.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis inaugural special visit by His Majesty to Saint Petersburg was made at the special invitation of President Putin, symbolising the important role of the Malaysian Royal Institution as a catalyst for national diplomacy,\u201d a post on Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar\u2019s official Facebook page stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In August last year, Sultan Ibrahim graciously travelled to Moscow for a state visit, making history as the first Malaysian head of state to undertake a state visit to the Russian Federation since diplomatic relations were established in 1967.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
His Majesty also graciously visited Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, last year as part of efforts to strengthen friendship and cooperation between the two countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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