During a visit to Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed optimism about an upcoming meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as he welcomed India’s External Affairs Minister, S. Jaishankar, to the Kremlin. Putin conveyed his regards to Modi through Jaishankar, expressing a desire for their next encounter to coincide with a forthcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organisation meeting. Additionally, Putin is anticipated to travel to New Delhi for the BRICS leaders’ summit scheduled for September.
Putin emphasized the strengthening trade relations between Russia and India, highlighting Moscow’s increased export of fertilizers to India, with a readiness to further enhance these supplies. This development is part of a broader effort to deepen economic ties between the two nations, reflecting their growing partnership in various sectors.
In a separate engagement, Jaishankar engaged in discussions with Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Denis Manturov, focusing on bolstering bilateral trade and economic collaboration. Manturov suggested the potential for Russia to establish localized nuclear fuel production within India, indicating a new dimension of cooperation in energy resources.
Jaishankar’s visit to Russia includes a planned meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. The agenda for their discussions encompasses a range of topics, including bilateral relations and pressing regional and global issues, underscoring the strategic dialogue between the two countries.
