The Russian government noted that the two sides will discuss mutual cooperation in trade and economic fields. Special attention will be paid to the area of industry, energy, transport infrastructure, agriculture and other domains. The signing of a series of bilateral agreements is also planned for after the talks.

Mishustin will also visit Shanghai, where he will speak at a Russian-Chinese business forum. The event will be attended by executives of major Russian and Chinese companies, the government also stated.

During his visit to Moscow, last March, Xi Jinping invited the head of the Russian government to visit China as soon as possible, so as to establish close ties with the new premier of the Chinese State Council.

Mishustin accepted the invitation and expressed his hope that he can lay down a constructive and friendly dialogue with Li Qiang.

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