Ushakov also noted that Putin had a "dense conversation" with the Chinese leader. Ushakov also noted that Putin has already managed to have a private conversation with almost all the heads of state who arrived at the BRICS summit. The 16th BRICS summit is being held in Kazan on October 22-24. More than 20 heads of state have expressed their desire to participate in the event. In addition, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres arrived in Russia for the relevant purpose.