Putin to Visit India: Strengthening Ties at the 'Russia and India' Conference

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that President Vladimir Putin will visit India at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This announcement was made at the 'Russia and India: Towards a New Bilateral Agenda' conference. The exact date of the visit is yet to be confirmed, but arrangements are underway. The conference highlighted the strong relationship between the two nations, rooted in historical ties and mutual respect. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar emphasized the adaptability of the India-Russia bond, noting emerging areas of collaboration like trade, technology, and the digital economy, alongside traditional sectors like energy and defense. Both countries aim to increase bilateral trade to USD 100 billion by 2030. Putin's visit is expected to further solidify this partnership and address key areas of mutual interest.