“The discussion focused on a range of issues related to the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. The readiness was expressed to step up joint efforts in the fight against infection, ”RIA Novosti quoted the Kremlin’s press service as saying.

The leaders also exchanged views on Syria, including on the implementation of the agreements in Idlib. They reaffirmed the need for unconditional compliance with the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity of Syria.

In addition, the parties discussed the implementation of joint projects in nuclear energy.

Earlier, presidents called up in early April.