Modi, Putin Seek Stronger Ties as Russia Calls for Bigger BRICS Role
PM Narendra Modi and Vladimir Putin seek stronger India-Russia ties as Russia pushes for a bigger BRICS role and greater cooperation among emerging economies in a changing global order.
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin are seeking to further strengthen India-Russia relations as discussions at the BRICS Summit focus on the changing global order and the role of emerging economies.
The developments come as Russia pushes for a stronger BRICS platform and greater coordination among member countries amid growing geopolitical and economic tensions involving Western powers.
India-Russia Partnership in Focus
India and Russia have maintained longstanding diplomatic, economic and strategic relations. Cooperation between the two countries covers areas including energy, defence, trade, technology, space and investment.
A renewed focus on bilateral ties could provide opportunities to expand economic cooperation and strengthen existing partnerships in areas of mutual interest.
For New Delhi, maintaining a strong relationship with Moscow remains part of its broader strategy of engaging with major global powers while pursuing an independent foreign policy.
Russia Seeks Stronger BRICS Cooperation
Russia has been advocating a more influential role for BRICS in international affairs.
Moscow's position reflects its desire to strengthen cooperation among emerging economies and reduce dependence on Western-dominated international institutions and financial systems.
The grouping has expanded its membership and economic significance in recent years, increasing its potential influence in global discussions on trade, finance, energy and development.
