Xinhua News Agency, June 14-the Algerian presidential palace issued a notice on 13 June local time, saying that at the invitation of Russian President Putin, President Teben of Algeria flew to Russia on the same day to begin a three-day state visit to Russia to further strengthen relations between the two countries. It is reported that during the visit, the two presidents will exchange views on the international and regional situation, especially the Libyan issue, and hold talks on strengthening cooperation between the two countries in the fields of energy, agriculture, economy, science and technology. It is reported that Special Ben will also attend the International Economic Forum to be held in St. Petersburg.