Russia stays in close contact with Saudi Arabia on oil market issues, says Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that his country maintains a close contact with Saudi Arabia on the oil market situation.

"We keep a close contact with our partners in Saudi Arabia. I have recently had a conversation with the President of the United States of America," the Russian leader said.


"All of us are concerned of the evolving situation. Everyone is interested in joint and, I would like to stress this, coordinated action to ensure the long-term market stability," Putin added.