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Putin envoy says he expects Russia to hold talks with Elon Musk on plans for Mars flights
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Putin envoy says he expects Russia to hold talks with Elon Musk on plans for Mars flights

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review

Posted on March 18, 2025

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· Last updated: January 24, 2026

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Putin's Envoy Foresees Talks with Elon Musk on Mars Missions

MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia sees big prospects to work with the United States, including in the space sector, and expects to hold talks with Elon Musk soon about flying to Mars, President Vladimir Putin's international cooperation envoy said on Tuesday.

Kirill Dmitriev, who was named by Putin last month as his special envoy on international economic and investment cooperation, said many forces were trying to derail U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to restore dialogue with Russia however.

(Reporting by Olesya Astakhova; Writing by Alexander Marrow; Editing by Andrew Osborn)

Key Takeaways

  • Russia aims to collaborate with the US on space exploration.
  • Talks with Elon Musk about Mars flights are anticipated.
  • Kirill Dmitriev is leading Russia's international cooperation.
  • US-Russia dialogue faces challenges from various forces.
  • Space sector is a key area for potential cooperation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The article discusses Russia's plans to hold talks with Elon Musk about potential Mars flights, indicating a desire for US-Russia space collaboration.
Who is Kirill Dmitriev?
Kirill Dmitriev is President Putin's special envoy on international economic and investment cooperation, leading the Mars talks.
What challenges are mentioned?
The article mentions forces trying to derail US President Donald Trump's efforts to restore dialogue with Russia.

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