Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had a telephone conversation today with French Minister of Europe and Foreign Affairs Jean-Yves Le Drian.
The heads of diplomacy discussed the situation around the spread of coronavirus infection, taking into account the video-conference of the heads of state and government of the Group of Twenty, held on March 26.
The measures needed to establish close coordination of efforts, including in addressing issues related to the return of citizens of both countries to their homeland, were considered.
They also exchanged views on possible steps taken by the UN Security-Council to help strengthen international peace and security in the context of the joint fight against the virus.
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