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🇷🇺🛬 Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrives in New Delhi. #RussiaIndia

🇷🇺🇮🇳 A ceremonial reception for President of Russia Vladimir Putin by President of India, Droupadi Murmu, and Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, was held in front of the Presidential Palace in New Delhi. After the ceremony, the Russian President visited the Memorial of Mahatma Gandhi, who led the Indian people in their struggle for independence. #RussiaIndia#DruzhbaDosti 📹©Kremlin.News

🇷🇺🇮🇳 At the Novo-Ogaryovo residence of the President of Russia near Moscow, Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is on a two-day official visit to Russia, hold an informal meeting. The talks will cover prospects for further development of the traditionally friendly Russian-Indian relations, as well as current international and regional issues. #DruzhbaDosti🤝#RussiaIndia

@RusEmbMalta Press release 🇷🇺 On the Outcomes of the State Visit of President Vladimir Putin to India 📆 On 4–5 December 2025, President Vladimir Putin undertook a state visit to India – his 10th visit to the country. As a result of the visit: • Russia and India adopted a new Economic Cooperation Programme until 2030, setting a shared target to increase annual bilateral trade from the current USD 64–65 billion to USD 100 billion. • A total of 29 bilateral documents were signed, including agreements on labour mobility and enhanced information exchange on goods and vehicles crossing borders. • President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi issued a joint press statement outlining priorities and the strategic roadmap for the coming years. ________________________________________ President Putin’s Interview to Indian Media (on the eve of the visit) Main points: • President Vladimir Putin presented Russia’s long-term vision for cooperation. • Stressed the strategic depth of the partnership and its resilience to external turbulence. • Underscored shared approaches to global stability and a balanced multipolar system. ________________________________________ Talks with Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi Main points: • The leaders emphasised the exceptional level of trust and the sovereign character of both states’ foreign policies. • It was noted that bilateral trade is growing steadily and requires new financial, logistics and industrial mechanisms for expansion. • Both sides reaffirmed the importance of stable cooperation in energy, including nuclear power, LNG supplies and long-term fuel cycles. • Special attention was given to high-technology industries, digital transformation and joint industrial production. • President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the importance of predictable, long-term partnerships free from political pressure. ________________________________________ Expanded Meeting: Review of Joint Projects Main points: • The sides reviewed the status of flagship nuclear energy projects and confirmed readiness to expand cooperation in peaceful nuclear development. • It was highlighted that the International North–South Transport Corridor and related logistics chains are becoming essential elements of Eurasian connectivity. • Discussions covered military-technical cooperation, with emphasis on co-production, localisation and technological independence. • Joint initiatives in pharmaceuticals, engineering, machine building, IT and scientific research were noted as priority growth areas. ________________________________________ Signing of 29 Bilateral Documents Main points: • Agreements included labour mobility mechanisms, customs and border information exchange, industrial cooperation and energy-related frameworks. • Documents advancing shipbuilding and aviation collaboration were adopted. • Agreements were signed on cybersecurity, digital economy, satellite systems and space exploration. ________________________________________ Cultural and Humanitarian Cooperation Main points: • The sides emphasised strengthening academic exchanges and joint university platforms. • Youth, scientific and expert communities were identified as a key pillar of future partnership. • Tourism and reciprocal cultural seasons will continue to expand people-to-people ties. ________________________________________ Strategic Summary President Vladimir Putin’s state visit to India reaffirmed the exceptional depth, stability and long-term vision of the Russia–India partnership. The visit produced clear practical results: a new economic roadmap until 2030, dozens of agreements, expansion of high-tech and energy cooperation and a consolidated political line based on sovereignty, mutual respect and strategic trust. In essence, the visit demonstrated that Russia and India are not merely maintaining their partnership – they are decisively strengthening it as one of the key pillars of stability in Eurasia and the wider world. #RussiaIndia#PutinInIndia

🇷🇺🇮🇳 President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi, on an official visit to Russia, held talks in the Grand Kremlin Palace. 💬Vladimir Putin: Mr Prime Minister, this is your first official visit after your reappointment following parliamentary elections. I would like to congratulate you on this once again. Our countries have long-time friendship and good relations that have evolved over the decades. This year, we are marking the 77th Anniversary of diplomatic relations. Today, our relations have the status of a specially privileged strategic partnership. We are in permanent contact, and we prioritise the development of trade and economic ties. Certainly, their development meets the interests of the people of India and the peoples of the Russian Federation. 📈 Last year, our trade soared by 60 percent and even more, by 66 percent; it increased by an additional 20 percent in the first quarter of 2024. 🌐 We cooperate closely on the international arena, including at international organisations, primarily the #UN and such associations as the #SCO and #BRICS. Yesterday, we had an opportunity to discuss virtually all practical issues in an informal setting. I am grateful to you for devoting attention to the most acute issues and for trying to find some options for resolving the Ukraine crisis, primarily by peaceful methods. Mr Prime Minister, we will be delighted to see you in Kazan this autumn at the upcoming BRICS Summit. At the end of my opening remarks, I would like to wish you new successes in facilitating the development of the Indian state. You and I know each other for a long time, and I know that your entire life is devoted to implementing the idea of strengthening the Indian state and improving the life of the people of India. Read in full #RussiaIndia

#BRICS2024 🇷🇺🇮🇳 President of Russia Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister of the Republic of India Narendra Modi held talks on the sidelines of the XVI BRICS Summit (October 22, 2024): 💬 President Vladimir Putin: Mr Prime Minister, friends, I am delighted to welcome you to Russia, this time to Kazan, a magnificent historical city on the Volga. I warmly remember your visit to Moscow and our fruitful talks back in July. We regularly speak on the telephone. I am grateful that you accepted our invitation and came to the #BRICS Summit in Kazan in person. Today we will take part in the opening ceremony of the summit. Later, there will be a dinner for the leaders, and then we will begin our work. Here in Kazan, we are to make a number of important decisions to enhance the efficiency of efforts made by BRICS and to strengthen multilateral cooperation within the group. We value our cooperation on this track, considering that our nations were instrumental in founding BRICS. 🤝 Russian-Indian relations are characterised by a special privileged strategic partnership and continue to develop actively. Interaction between legislative bodies is strengthening, and our foreign ministers are in constant contact. 📈 Trade is also in good shape. The next meeting of the intergovernmental commission is scheduled for November 12 in New Delhi. Large projects are consistently developing, and we welcome your decision to open a Consulate General of India in Kazan. Expanding India’s diplomatic presence in Russia will contribute to the further development of bilateral relations. Mr Prime Minister, we are very glad to see you and your entire representative team in Russia. #RussiaIndia#DruzhbaDosti

🗓 Today, on June 5, the XXVII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum has kicked off. The main theme of the event is "The Formation of New Areas of Growth as the Cornerstone of a Multipolar World". Over the years, the Forum has become the world's leading platform for the business community to communicate and discuss key economic issues facing Russia, emerging markets and the world as a whole. 👨‍💼👩‍💼 More than 17,100 people from 136 countries and territories, as well as 3,400 media representatives are participating in SPIEF-2024. The plenary session of the Forum will traditionally be addressed by Russia's President Vladimir Putin, who has previously sent greeting to the participants, organisers and guests of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum. The SPIEF-2024 business programme consists of four thematic tracks: 🔹 The Transition to a Multipolar World Economy; 🔹 Goals and Objectives of Russia’s New Economic Cycle; 🔹 Technologies for Leadership; 🔹 A Healthy Society, Traditional Values and Social Development: The Priority of the State. The programme includes more than 150 thematic sessions with over 1,000 moderators and speakers. In addition, events organised by the Russian Foreign Ministry will traditionally take place on the margins of the SPIEF: • On June 7, Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova will hold a briefing, as well as a session on "International and National Experiences of Artificial Intelligence Regulation: Best Practices"; • On June 8, The International Affairs, a magazine published by the Foreign Ministry, will hold a debate titled "Polycentricity: The Norm of a Future World without Colonies and Hegemons". 🤝 The programme of events of the SPIEF-2024 international track includes more than 10 business dialogues, including formats EAEU-ASEAN, #RussiaAfrica, #RussiaLatinAmerica, #RussiaChina, #RussiaSouthAfrica, #RussiaKazakhstan, #RussiaIndia, #RussiaIran, #RussiaBrazil and other bilateral meetings. The forum will last until June 8. #SPIEF2024

🗓 Today, on June 5, the XXVII St. Petersburg International Economic Forum has kicked off. The main theme of the event is "The Formation of New Areas of Growth as the Cornerstone of a Multipolar World". Over the years, the Forum has become the world's leading platform for the business community to communicate and discuss key economic issues facing Russia, emerging markets and the world as a whole. 👨‍💼👩‍💼 More than 17,100 people from 136 countries and territories, as well as 3,400 media representatives are participating in SPIEF-2024. The plenary session of the Forum will traditionally be addressed by Russia's President Vladimir Putin, who has previously sent greeting to the participants, organisers and guests of the St Petersburg International Economic Forum. The SPIEF-2024 business programme consists of four thematic tracks: 🔹 The Transition to a Multipolar World Economy; 🔹 Goals and Objectives of Russia’s New Economic Cycle; 🔹 Technologies for Leadership; 🔹 A Healthy Society, Traditional Values and Social Development: The Priority of the State. The programme includes more than 150 thematic sessions with over 1,000 moderators and speakers. In addition, events organised by the Russian Foreign Ministry will traditionally take place on the margins of the SPIEF: • On June 7, Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova will hold a briefing, as well as a session on "International and National Experiences of Artificial Intelligence Regulation: Best Practices"; • On June 8, The International Affairs, a magazine published by the Foreign Ministry, will hold a debate titled "Polycentricity: The Norm of a Future World without Colonies and Hegemons". 🤝 The programme of events of the SPIEF-2024 international track includes more than 10 business dialogues, including formats EAEU-ASEAN, #RussiaAfrica, #RussiaLatinAmerica, #RussiaChina, #RussiaSouthAfrica, #RussiaKazakhstan, #RussiaIndia, #RussiaIran, #RussiaBrazil and other bilateral meetings. The forum will last until June 8. #SPIEF2024