Earlier today, Liechtenstein’s Prince Alois was welcomed to Russia by President Dmitry Medvedev at the Barvikha presidential residence outside Moscow. This was the first visit to Russia by Liechtenstein’s heir apparent.
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Medvedev told Prince Alois his appreciation for ties with the principality.
“Our cooperation acquired greater dynamics during the past 15 years, and special credit for that goes to you father, the ruling Prince of Liechtenstein,” Medvedev said. “Our cooperation is developing in various spheres, including the cultural and humanitarian sphere.”
The two leaders also discussed their interest in Europe, and how both are interested in the continent’s development and prosperity.
“I believe our stands on the issue are very close, especially at the time when we are all living through the stage of crisis development,” the President said.
Prince Alois mentioned that he was impressed with Moscow’s landmarks, particularly the Kremlin. Even he praised the Russia-Liechtenstein relations.
“Russia and Liechtenstein have formed very close relations during the past 15 years, and its is especially interesting in view of the fact that Russia is the largest country, while Liechtenstein is one of the smallest countries,” Prince Alois said. “Despite that difference, really close relations have been created between our countries. My father turned over to Russia the so-called Sokolov’s archive. I was told it was extremely important for the Russian history. At the same time, we received from Russia part of our family archive, which is important both for our family and the country.”
As a gift, the Prince gave to Medvedev a brooch once owned by a Russian who lived in his country.
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