vladimir putin made this statement at a meeting with ukhnagiin kharalsukh. of state arrived this morning to attend the sco summit, and ulan batter is the capital of one of the organization's observer countries. relations between our countries are based on a very positive and strong foundation of interaction and friendship over the course of decades. it should be noted that last year we noted a slight decrease in trade turnover, but this year we see significant growth, a good pace has been achieved in the first half of this year. relations in the humanitarian sphere continue to develop. i would like to note that the quota of mongolian students to study in russia is one of the largest, 620 people, we are ready to further work on this and increase it. the head of mongolia called russia's policy the quote "correct" and the proof of this: the support of citizens. ukhnagiin khurylsukh congratulated vladimir putin on his victory in the march elections. reminded of the rich history of relations our countries and invited russia. i would like to congratulate you on yo