Russia’s President Putin Acknowledges Advancements in Bilateral Cooperation with India in New Year Greetings
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In a New Year message sent on Saturday, Russian President Vladimir Putin extended his greetings to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting the robust and dynamic progress in the strategic partnership between Russia and India despite global challenges.
President Putin acknowledged the substantial advancements and bilateral cooperation achieved by both countries in the past year, emphasizing the exceptional growth in trade and the successful implementation of joint projects across various sectors.
“The special and privileged strategic partnership between Russia and India continues to develop dynamically,” Putin’s message noted, underscoring the significance of collaboration between the two nations in fostering diverse bilateral connections. He highlighted the importance of aligning efforts to enhance security and stability both regionally and globally.
Vladimir Putin also commended India’s successful chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and the G20, expressing confidence that Moscow and New Delhi would continue to strengthen multifaceted bilateral ties.
The Russian President’s office issued a statement, stating, “Vladimir Putin praised the results of India’s chairmanship of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and the G20 and stressed his conviction that Moscow and New Delhi will continue to develop multifaceted bilateral ties and effectively coordinate efforts to strengthen security and stability at the regional and global levels.”
Earlier this week, on December 28, Putin held discussions with India’s External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, who was on an official visit to Moscow from December 25 to 29. During the meeting, Putin highlighted Prime Minister Modi’s constructive stance on complex global events, including the situation in Ukraine.
“We know the stance of Prime Minister Modi and we mentioned that repeatedly on many occasions. Well, his attitude towards some complex developments, including the flashpoints like…in Ukraine,” Putin reinstated.
President Putin conveyed that he has consistently provided advice to Prime Minister Modi regarding the unfolding events in Ukraine and indicated that further discussions on the matter would take place. “Many times, I advised him of how things have been going there, and I know that he (PM Modi) is willing to do his utmost so that the issue is resolved by peaceful means. So, we probably will delve into that deeper now, and we will give additional information to you on that time,” Putin said.
Expressing gratitude for the advancing relationship between Russia and India amid global upheavals, Putin remarked, “We are gratified to note that despite all the turmoil happening worldwide, the relationship with our true friend in Asia, India has been progressing incrementally.”
The high-level exchanges and continuous dialogue between the leaders of Russia and India underscore the commitment to strengthening ties and addressing global challenges collaboratively.
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