[HIGHLIGHTS] Putin expressed condolences to the President of Chile over the death of the former head of the country

Putin expressed condolences to the President of Chile over the death of the former head of the country. Putin emphasized that while holding the post of head of state twice, Sebastian Piñera did a lot for the socio-economic development of his country and gained great international authority.

The Russian leader added that theFormer head of Chile made a significant personal contribution to the development of friendly Russian-Chilean relations. Earlier, Putin expressed condolences due to the consequences of forest fires in the South American country.