India–Russia Alliance: Will Energy Deals and Trade Talks Shift Global Power

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India and Russia share a ‘Special & Privileged Strategic Partnership,’ rooted in decades of trust and cooperation

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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow to strengthen ties

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Boosting bilateral trade remains key India seeks smoother payments while Russia eyes stable export markets

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Energy dominates discussions: India relies on discounted Russian oil while Russia sees India as a vital buyer

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From fighter jets to nuclear submarines, defense remains a cornerstone of the partnership

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This partnership is closely watched by the West, especially amid the Ukraine conflict

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India and Russia explore new areas: digital economy, Arctic cooperation, and regional stability

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