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Italy has, in the past few years, stressed on Moscow's importance as a trade partner, a supplier of energy and a major player in attempts to end war in Syria.
Delhi and Moscow have close economic and political ties.
The allies are due to stress their unity in dealing with hot spots like North Korea and Syria.
Russian President Putin says his country will never be conquered.
Plan calls for complete halt to Syrian air force - and US-led coalition - flights over the designated areas.
Syria will dominate talks between the two presidents, ahead of Erdogan's meeting with US President Donald Trump.
The EU is currently holding a heated debate on whether to extend sanctions against Moscow, which will expire this summer.
Ankara will also look to jointly produce with Moscow the S-400 advanced air defense system.
Russia and Japan are expected to sign agreements on the implementation of about 20 joint projects.
The war that has killed hundreds of thousands in Syria is far from over.
