President Obama: Press conference with Prime Minister Renzi

President Obama in the press conference with Prime Minister Renzi of Italy talked on issues on Ukraine, NATO security issues, global warming, and his meeting with Pope Francis. 

There was no reference to forming a contact group with Russia nor the President's assurance of continuing dialog with President Putin, who enjoys the highest popularity rating back home. 

Meanwhile, French President Hollande met with his Chinese counterpart, President Xi.  The statement published after the meeting states the need for cooperation in space technology, and it refers to human right issues while respecting the cultural differences.