SOCHI. April 7 (Interfax) - U.S. President George W. Bush counts on a constructive interaction with Russia's President-elect Dmitry Medvedev.
Bush said at a news conference in Sochi that Medvedev had impressed him and that he hoped to work effectively with him.
Bush also said that Medvedev seemed to be a straightforward person who will speak his mind.
Bush noted that his first impressions were very positive. Medvedev is a smart person, Bush said.