Kremlin: Putin, Erdogan to discuss expansion of economic ties in Sochi

Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Turkish counterpart Recep Tayyip Erdogan will discuss the prospects for expanding cooperation in trade and the economy during a meeting in Sochi on August 5, Report informs, citing the Kremlin.

"Following the agreements reached at the bilateral meeting of the presidents in Tehran on July 19, it is planned to discuss in detail the Russian-Turkish multifaceted cooperation, including the prospects for further expansion of trade and economic ties and the implementation of joint strategic projects in the energy sector," the Kremlin said.

The exchange of views on topical issues on the international agenda will also continue at the meeting.