Says the world is going through a transitional period, but Russia will continue to move on its own unique path. Praises Russian unity, strength, knowledge, and talent.
Praises development of the Eurasian Union.
Praises Russia's close relations with China and India, Russia's role in international organizations like the UN, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, BRICS, etc.
Calls for renewal of the global security system, says Russia is ready to work on it constructively.
Now discusses new U.S. nuclear strategy document. Says any use of nuclear weapons of any type on Russia or its allies will be considered a nuclear attack on Russia and met with a full response.
Calls on West to "send into retirement those who live in the past."
Criticizes West for trying restrain Russia, and says these polices "haven't worked."
Putin says Russia's military might is a stabilizing factor around the world that promotes peace.