According to the president’s press office, the negotiations to promote partnership will focus on key aseas of cooperation between the two countries, including trade, economy and joint projects in energy, space, agriculture and health.

The officials are also expected to exchange their views on urgent global issues and sign a package of agreements.

Ms. Hasina and Mr. Putin last met 23 November, 2010 in St. Petersburg on the sidelines of the International Tiger Conservation Forum.

Voice of Russia, RIA