Putin says that both the US and Russia, "though separated by the oceans, are close neighbours", APA reports citing BBC.
"They're only 4km apart. We're close neighbours, and that's a fact," he continues.
For this reason, he told Trump "hello, neighbour," when they shook hands on the tarmac earlier today, he says.
Putin goes on to describe the history of Alaska, which was part of Russia's territory before it was sold to the US in the mid-1800s.
He notes the presence of Russian Orthodox churches in the US state, telling reporters: "I'm sure this heritage will help us rebuild and foster mutually beneficial and equal ties."
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