Politicians from some countries do not adhere to the principle of isolating Vladimir Putin, as they invite the Russian leader to visit. However, he is not always welcomed by the public. This was evident in Kazakhstan,

Russian President Vladimir Putin visited Kazakhstan on Wednesday, and discussed boosting energy and industry ties and easing a row over farm goods with the Central Asian nation which exports most of its oil through Russia but is exploring alternatives.

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived on Wednesday in the Kazakh capital of Astana, where he was greeted by his counterpart President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.