HELSINKI. July 16 (Interfax) - U.S. President Donald Trump said he is grateful to Russian President Vladimir Putin for his readiness to continue an open dialogue and expressed agreement "to meet often in the future."
"This was a very constructive day, this was a very constructive few hours that we spent together. It's in the interests of both of our countries to continue our conversation, and we have agreed to do so. I'm sure we'll be meeting again in the future, often, and hopefully we all solve every one of the problems that we discussed today, so again, President Putin, thank you very much," Trump said at a press conference following the Russian-U.S. summit.
"Today's meeting is only the beginning of a longer process. But we have taken the first steps towards a brighter future, and one with a strong dialogue, and a lot of thought. Our expectations are grounded in realism but our hopes are grounded in America's desire for friendship, cooperation, and peace," Trump said.
"And I think I can speak on behalf of Russia when I say that also. President Putin, I want to thank you again for joining with me for these important discussions and for advancing open dialogue between Russia and the United States," he said.
Russia and the U.S have a long tradition of diplomacy "for the greater good of all," he said.