Vladimir Putin receives New Development Bank President Dilma Rousseff at Kremlin
Moscow, May 19
Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks with New Development Bank President Dilma Rousseff at the Kremlin in Moscow during her visit to Russia for the annual meeting of the NDB Board of Governors.
According to the Kremlin's official website, Rousseff is in Moscow to participate in the bank's key annual gathering, which is being hosted in Russia for the first time in 19 years. The central theme of this year's meeting is 'Development Financing in an Era of Technological Revolution.'
During the meeting, Putin expressed satisfaction over the opportunity to discuss the current operations and future direction of the New Development Bank. He also highlighted Russia's new representative at the institution, NDB Vice-President Roman Serov, who assumed office around six months ago.
As reported by TV BRICS, Putin and Rousseff exchanged views on the bank's ongoing activities and cooperation with Russia.
Rousseff described her visit to Russia and meeting with Putin as a significant honour. She noted that the NDB has maintained close coordination with Russian officials, including Finance Minister Anton Siluanov and Deputy Chief of Staff of the Presidential Executive Office Maksim Oreshkin.
Rousseff said the interaction with the Russian leadership and officials was important for the bank and appreciated the support extended by Russian representatives in addressing challenges faced by the institution.
She also conveyed greetings to Putin on behalf of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
As part of her Moscow visit, Rousseff is expected to participate in a series of events linked to the NDB Board of Governors meeting. The programme includes the NDB Flagship Governors Seminar and several thematic sessions focusing on technological advancement and development financing across different sectors.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Dilma Rousseff seems to be doing a decent job as NDB President. Bringing Russia into the fold for its first host meeting in 19 years is a diplomatic win. But I hope the bank focuses more on sustainable development and less on geopolitical manoeuvring.
The timing of this meeting is crucial - amid global sanctions and shifting alliances. The NDB can provide much-needed infrastructure finance to countries like India without the conditionalities of Western institutions. Let's see if it delivers. 🤔
As an Indian, I welcome such multilateral engagements. The theme of 'Development Financing in an Era of Technological Revolution' is apt. I hope India's representation at the NDB pushes for digital infrastructure projects in the Global South.
Putin meeting anyone from the West these days is big news. Russia is being isolated but the NDB shows there's still a platform for constructive dialogue. Good to see Brazil's Lula sending greetings too - shows BRICS cohesion.
Development financing? Sounds great on paper but let's be real - the NDB's record so far is mixed. India has contributed significant capital but the disbursement to our projects has been slow. Hope this year's meeting changes that. 🙏
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