Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a meeting with Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister, Denis Manturov, to discuss the progress in the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.
Cooperation Across Key Sectors
During the meeting, both leaders highlighted the strides made in bolstering cooperation in trade, economic ventures, energy, and connectivity. PM Modi expressed satisfaction over the implementation of decisions made during his recent interactions with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Sharing his thoughts on X, PM Modi said:
“Glad to meet Russia’s First Deputy PM Denis Manturov today. Happy to see that teams on both sides are working together to implement decisions taken during my recent visits and meetings with President Putin to further strengthen India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.”
Upcoming Bilateral Talks
Manturov will join External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar for the 25th Session of the Intergovernmental Russian-Indian Commission in New Delhi. The session aims to review ongoing bilateral initiatives and identify new avenues for collaboration.
Recent Highlights in India-Russia Relations
Last month, PM Modi participated in the BRICS Summit in Kazan, Russia, under Moscow’s presidency. He described the summit as highly productive and praised the hospitality extended by President Putin and the Russian government.
Additionally, during his visit to Russia for the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit, PM Modi was honored with the “Order of Saint Andrew the Apostle” for his efforts to enhance bilateral relations.
A Vision for Stronger Partnerships
As both nations continue to deepen their strategic ties, the focus remains on fostering sustainable growth and cooperation in critical areas. PM Modi reaffirmed his commitment to working closely with Russia to achieve shared goals and strengthen the long-standing partnership.