Russia will have the opportunity to build the gas pipeline "Nord stream - 2" without the involvement of foreign partners, said the head of Vladimir Putin on the results of negotiations with German Chancellor Angela Merkel. "The question is timing. This is the only Question that arises in this regard ", - said Putin, talking about the possibilities of the completion of the project. He drew attention that Russia highly appreciates the responsible position of Berlin to support the construction. The assets of Russia and Germany already have a number of major joint projects in energy, said the head of the country. Merkel, for his part, said that the construction of the pipeline ought to bring to completion. The Chancellor stressed that Germany and other European States benefit from the " Nord stream - 2 ". "All have expressed interest in diversifying its gas supplies, but This is a very important Project," said Merkel on the results of the negotiations and added that it ought to realize, despite the punishment from the United States. "This is the most important economic Project, we believe it is correct.