This is stated in the message on the Kremlin website.

The leaders of the two countries stated that Russian-Algerian cooperation continues to develop progressively.

They confirmed their readiness for further joint work in the world energy markets, including in the OPEC+ format and within the framework of the Forum of Gas Exporting Countries.

“It was agreed to intensify contacts at various levels and prepare important bilateral documents,” the Kremlin said.

On January 30, Putin had a telephone conversation with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.

During the conversation, they touched upon the topics of interaction in OPEC + and cooperation in the trade, economic and energy fields.