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Our common goal should be the development of a system of equal security for all governments. System adequate [to deal with] modern threats, built on regional and global nonaligned bases. Only then can we ensure peace and tranquility in the world.

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Vladimir Putin
Age: 71
Born: 1952
Born: October 7
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