Following are some of the key quotes from Russian President Vladimir Putin's annual phonein and press conference. Vladimir Putin took part in the 21 st Annual meeting of the Valdai Discussion Club.The name of this year's event is "Lasting Peace on What Basis? The BBC's Russia Editor, Steve Rosenberg, has challenged Vladimir Putin on whether he has "taken care" of Russia during his 25year rule. Vladimir Putin delivered his Address to the Federal Assembly. The ceremony took place in Gostiny Dvor, Moscow. The meetings between Putin and the Valdai group are no longer in official locations, like the Kremlin or other official government locations. Prime Minister, welcome to NATO, the strongest military alliance the world has ever seen. I say this to Congress: We have to stand up to Putin. President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Did they offer you a tour of this building?