// Alexander Korolkov/RG
Mikhail Mishustin held talks with Gombozhavg in Moscow, where he arrived to participate in the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.
Despite the language barrier, both sides found common ground, as Zandan Shatar is fluent in Russian, having studied at one of the Russian universities. "Mongolia is our strategic partner in the Asia-Pacific region," emphasized Mishustin.
Russia supports Mongolia in training specialists, reflecting the humanitarian cooperation between the countries. More than 70,000 citizens of Mongolia have completed their education in Russian higher and secondary educational institutions. "I am pleased that among such graduates is you. We consider it important to expand the teaching of the Russian language in Mongolia," added the Prime Minister of Russia.
During the conversation, Zandan Shatar began with a welcoming word in his native language. He noted: "We want to develop equal relations and a comprehensive strategic partnership between our countries. We will work on this," his words were translated by an interpreter.
