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Putin and Chavez visited sailing ship Kruzenshtern at Caracas port

Putin and Chavez visited sailing ship Kruzenshtern at Caracas port 03.04.2010 Source: RIA Novosti, photo: sailing ship Kruzenshtern (constructors.ru)

Russian premier Vladimir Putin along with Venezuelan leader Hugo Chavez visited Russian sailing ship Kruzenshtern standing at Caracas port La Guaira.

The high-ranking guests were greeted on board by the crew.

The ship's captain Mikhail Novikov reported to Putin that bark Kruzenshtern being on the international expedition "has arrived to the port of La Guaira; the crew is disease-free".

Putin greeted the sailors and Chavez added words of welcome as well.

Having asked Putin how to greet sailors in native language, Chavez said "zdravstvuite" [in Russian means how do you do].

Visiting the ship, Chavez offered to Russian premier a student swap in training maritime science. "We could sent our students to Russian universities", said Venezuelan president.

"Basically, it's possible", Putin answered.

Chavez asked one crewmember how old he was, how long he had been at sea and whether he had a girlfriend.

Afterwards, Putin and Chavez attended the exhibition devoted to 65th anniversary of the Victory. The ship's captain told guests about each showpiece. In particular, such known agitation posters as "The Motherland is calling", "Europe will be free", "We'll get to Berlin" were presented.

Besides, there were photos from historical international meetings attended by Stalin – Tehran, Potsdam, and Yalta conferences.

Russian premier and Venezuelan president also visited exposition of Team Russia's participation in Olympics recently held in Vancouver. Cadets from Kruzenshtern supported our team in Canada, said Novikov.

Then Putin and Chavez attended the museum of Kruzenshtern, where captain-instructor told them about the sailer's history.

In the end of the visit, Putin and Chavez were offered to inscribe in "The book of distinguished guests".

Russian Prime Minister wrote the following: "Wish you a good speed in training Russian mariners. Have a good sailing and return home soon".


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