MOSCOW — Russian President Dmitry Medvedev is hosting the presidents of Afghanistan, Pakistan and Tajikistan for talks on efforts to stabilize the region.
Russia has offered to help Pakistan deal with the catastrophic floods that have affected some 20 million people — or one in nine Pakistanis. The four presidents are expected to issue a statement after their Wednesday's talks urging a stronger international support for the flood victims.
The talks at Medvedev's residence at the Black Sea resort of Sochi will also focus on dealing with terrorism and drugs spreading from Afghanistan.
Medvedev has previously held similar talks, moving to reaffirm Russia's clout in the volatile region. He will also have bilateral meetings with each of the visiting presidents.
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