“The subject of the fight against the coronavirus pandemic was discussed in detail. The importance of further cooperation between the relevant structures of the two countries was emphasized, including on the treatment of patients and the development of vaccines, ”the Kremlin’s press service said in a statement.

Putin thanked Erdogan for providing humanitarian assistance to a number of Russian regions.

The presidents also discussed the situation in Syria and Libya.

Earlier it was reported that Russia and Turkey agreed on the mutual removal of restrictions for road carriers.