<h1>Senior Officials Coordinate Presidential Visit Amid Energy Sanctions and Defense Contract Talks</h1> Senior security officials from two countries are coordinating the scheduling of a presidential visit amid ongoing bilateral discussions focused on energy and defense cooperation. The discussions address concerns related to international sanctions on one party's crude oil exports and the procurement of advanced air defense systems under a multi-billion-dollar contract. The visit is part of ongoing annual summits and high-level engagements, occurring despite tensions arising from trade penalties imposed by a third country in response to continued energy purchases. The parties emphasize national interest and market dynamics in their energy procurement decisions, while also seeking timely delivery of defense equipment critical to their strategic operations.