Country Quotes by Vladimir Putin

Sanctions against such country as Russia are unlikely to be effective.

— Vladimir Putin

Of course Germany's media are heavily influenced by the country on the other side of the Atlantic Ocean.

— Vladimir Putin

At last, Russia has returned to the world arena as a strong state - a country that others heed and that can…

— Vladimir Putin

If European countries want to cater to U.S. foreign policy interests, I don't think that they stand to gain anything.

— Vladimir Putin

We ask that (other countries) do not interfere in our regulation.

— Vladimir Putin

Any fourth grade history student knows socialism has failed in every country, at every time in history,

— Vladimir Putin

Our aims are absolutely clear: They are a high living standard in the country and a secure, free and comfortable life.

— Vladimir Putin

In general, Gazprom is doing well and is increasing export in its traditional partner countries.

— Vladimir Putin

Ukraine is the closest country to us. We have always said that Ukraine is our sister country and it is true. It…

— Vladimir Putin

In relations between the states ... the interests of the country should be correlated with the interests of other countries, and compromise…

— Vladimir Putin

I am convinced that a multi-faceted dialogue between Russia and Egypt will continue to deepen and expand for the benefit of the…

— Vladimir Putin

Democracy is an internal subject of the developing society. There are fundamentals of democracy, and they should be understood universally in different…

— Vladimir Putin

After all, China is our largest trading partner. As I said, country-wise, Russia trades the most with China. That is my first…

— Vladimir Putin

I am deeply convinced that no interference from the outside, in any country, even a small one, let alone in such a…

— Vladimir Putin

We have spoken on many occasions of the need to achieve high economic growth as an absolute priority for our country. The…

— Vladimir Putin

Boris Nemtsov, left his mark on the history of Russia, in politics and public life. He worked on important positions in the…

— Vladimir Putin

America is a powerful country and it has earned the right that nobody from the outside can interfere with it or comment…

— Vladimir Putin

We are ready to build large underground gas storages in Turkey, to participate in the privatization of Turkey's gas-distribution networks, to use…

— Vladimir Putin

After the demise of the Soviet Union, we had many problems of our own for which no one was responsible but ourselves:…

— Vladimir Putin

Take, for example, Lithuania. Do you know, what was its population in the Soviet times? It was 3.4 mln people. It was…

— Vladimir Putin

Some countries have a parliamentary republic, some are presidential republics and some are still monarchies, but no one sees them as not…

— Vladimir Putin

I am proud of Russia and I am sure that the vast majority of Russian citizens have great love and respect for…

— Vladimir Putin

Russia is an ancient country with historical, profound traditions and a very powerful moral foundation. And this foundation is a love for…

— Vladimir Putin

I don't want to offend anyone, but the United States, everywhere, all over the world, is actively interfering in electoral campaigns in…

— Vladimir Putin

I want to say that Russia is developing along a democratic path, this is without question so. No one should have any…

— Vladimir Putin

We still have a great amount of work to do in social development, including resolving one of the biggest challenges we face…

— Vladimir Putin

Any country is hard to govern, even a very small country. It's not a question of whether the country is large or…

— Vladimir Putin

Each country has its own particular features, its own traditions that find their reflection today and will find it in future. There…

— Vladimir Putin

I think that all countries of the region should join their efforts in the fight against a common threat - terrorism in…

— Vladimir Putin

China is a great country with a great culture, populated by fascinating, industrious and talented people.

— Vladimir Putin

All civilised countries should unite in the fight against international terrorism.

— Vladimir Putin

If you aspire to be a leader of your own country, you must speak your own language, for God's sake.

— Vladimir Putin

The issues of political nature should be solved in any country, including in Syria, primarily by its people.

— Vladimir Putin

I'm convinced that democracy cannot be exported from one country to another, like you cannot expert revolutions, ideology.

— Vladimir Putin

Our anti-crisis policy is aimed at supporting domestic demand, providing social guarantees for the population, and creating new jobs. Like many countries,…

— Vladimir Putin

The Central Bank should take into account other things as well: the stability of the bank system in the country, the increase…

— Vladimir Putin

In almost any country, probably in Russia in particular, it's fashionable to criticise people in power. If you come out in support…

— Vladimir Putin

An increase of two or three degrees wouldn't be so bad for a northern country like Russia. We could spend less on…

— Vladimir Putin

Problems between countries always exist, especially between such big countries as Russia and the United States. There have always been some issues,…

— Vladimir Putin

Easter celebrations are evidence of the increased benign influence of the Russian Orthodox Church and other traditional churches in our country on…

— Vladimir Putin