S Jaishankar Meets Vladimir Putin: Strengthening Indo-Russian Ties

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss preparations for the annual India-Russia summit. During their meeting, they discussed regional and global developments and how to advance bilateral ties. The meeting preludes Putin's upcoming visit to India.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin on Tuesday, discussing preparations for the forthcoming annual India-Russia summit. The meeting underscored the strengthening Indo-Russian relations as part of a series of diplomatic engagements.

Jaishankar conveyed greetings from Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and emphasized the importance of regional and global developments in their dialogue. Visuals released by the Kremlin showed Putin warmly receiving Jaishankar, accompanied by Indian officials, as they exchanged views on advancing bilateral ties.

This high-level meeting was part of a broader diplomatic effort, which included discussions with officials from the SCO member states. Jaishankar also engaged with leading political figures, enhancing India's position as a pivotal participant in regional affairs.

(With inputs from agencies.)