Chinese Premier Li Qiang Begins 3-Day Visit to Russia

MOSCOW, August 19 (Sputnik) – Chinese Premier Li Qiang will kick off his three-day official visit to the Russian capital of Moscow on Tuesday upon the invitation of Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin.

Li is expected to engage in the in-depth discussions with Mishustin regarding Chinese-Russian business cooperation and to address issues of mutual interest during his visit. The bilateral talks will run under the auspices of the 29th Regular Meeting of the Prime Ministers of China and Russia.

Li will also hold a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin during the visit.

The Chinese premier is also scheduled to visit Belarus from Thursday to Friday.