Why Putin Rejected a Dog Gift from Japan? #putin #dog #doglover

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Did you know Putin once refused a dog gift from Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe?
In 2016, ahead of a major summit, Abe planned to strengthen ties by gifting Putin a male Akita named Hachiko as a companion for Yume—the female Akita gifted to Putin in 2012 as a token of gratitude for Russia’s help after the 2011 tsunami. But Putin quietly declined the gift. Around the same time, during a visit by Japanese journalists, Putin proudly showed off Yume—now fully grown and fiercely loyal. In a memorable moment, she barked and growled at the reporters, clearly protective of her territory. Putin calmly remarked on her strength, subtly reinforcing his image, while the tense scene highlighted the complex and delicate nature of Japan-Russia relations.
So, why do you think Putin rejected Hachiko?
#japan #russia #dogs