BELGRADE, March 7 (Xinhua) -- Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin held a phone conversation on Friday, exchanging views on key bilateral issues, economic cooperation, and regional developments, Vucic revealed in an Instagram post.
Vucic said in a video statement that the discussion covered political and economic ties, including the work of government commissions aimed at restoring trade and enhancing cooperation.
Particular focus was given to energy, with talks on securing a gas arrangement before May 31 and addressing the status of the Russian-owned oil company NIS amid U.S. sanctions.
The two leaders also discussed regional issues.
Vucic confirmed that he will lead a Serbian delegation to Russia in early May and attend the 80th Victory Day celebration in Moscow. ■
