Putin credits PM Modi for growing Russia-India trade in talks with EAM Jaishankar
Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged Prime Minister Narendra Modi's role in strengthening bilateral ties. He noted that trade turnover between Russia and India has significantly increased this year. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar conveyed good wishes and discussed economic cooperation details. Both leaders anticipate future meetings at upcoming international summits. The…
Russian President Vladimir Putin commended Prime Minister Narendra Modi for enhancing the partnership between New Delhi and Moscow during a meeting with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar. Putin stated that Modi's visit underscores the longstanding relations between Russia and India across various sectors, including government, inter-parliamentary relations, and economic participants.
The Russian leader expressed satisfaction with the increasing trade turnover, attributing it primarily to Modi's personal attention to the development of Russia-India relations. Jaishankar echoed Putin's sentiments, noting significant growth in economic cooperation, trade, energy, fertilizers, nuclear, and other sectors during the meeting.
The External Affairs Minister also expressed Prime Minister Modi's anticipation of a meeting at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, BRICS Summit, and potential future annual summits. Jaishankar had earlier met Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov to discuss ways to further expand bilateral trade and economic cooperation, highlighting the resilience and adaptability of the India-Russia partnership.
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