Russian Ambassador to Bangladesh Alexander Ignatov called on Dhaka University Vice-Chancellor Prof AAMS Arefin Siddique on Tuesday at his office of the university.
He was accompanied by attache, of the embassy Anastasia Nemova.
During the meeting they discussed matters of mutual interest.
Russian Ambassador informed the vice-chancellor that Russia would give 500 rare books on various subjects including literature, culture, history and science to the university soon.
They also discussed ongoing joint collaborative academic and research programmes between Dhaka University (DU) and various universities in Russia.
Such collaboration especially with Nuclear Engineering Department of DU would be enhanced, Russian ambassador said.
Prof Arefin thanked the guests for their visit to the university and showing keen interest in its academic and research activities.
