Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin discussed by telephone with the head of the Algerian government, Abdelaziz Jerrad, the fight against the spread of the coronavirus, the press service of the Russian Cabinet of Ministers reported.
"The topic of countering the coronavirus infection, including the use of advanced medicines and vaccines, was touched upon," the statement said.
The heads of government also discussed topical issues of Russian-Algerian trade and economic cooperation, paying special attention to measures to increase mutual trade turnover and implementation of new joint projects in various fields.
"Mikhail Mishustin and Abdelaziz Jerrad also exchanged mutual congratulations on New Year," the report reads.
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