It is symbolic that Vladimir Putin's big international debut as Russian president took place in Asia -- at the Group of Eight summit in Okinawa in 2000.

Only joint efforts with US, China, North and South Korea will bring a lasting deal
It is symbolic that Vladimir Putin's big international debut as Russian president took place in Asia -- at the Group of Eight summit in Okinawa in 2000.
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