New Delhi, India – Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in the Indian capital, New Delhi, this evening for a two-day official visit.
It aims to enhance cooperation between the two countries in the fields of defense,
energy and trade, amidst rapidly evolving regional and international developments.
According to Indian media reports, Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted
Putin immediately upon his plane landing at New Delhi airport.
The two sides held an initial meeting that addressed a number of issues
that are expected to be given priority during the visit.
Sensitive files
This meeting comes within the framework of the historical relations that unite Moscow and New Delhi,
which India considers one of the pillars of its foreign policy.
Especially given the intensifying competition between global powers for influence in Asia.
It is expected that the official talks, scheduled for tomorrow, will address sensitive issues.
These include developing defense cooperation and transferring military technology.
In addition to discussing joint projects in the energy sector, especially gas and oil,
This comes as India seeks to diversify its sources and reduce its dependence on Western markets.
Facing Western pressure
The two sides are also expected to discuss expanding trade,
following the clear increase in the volume of trade between them over the past two years.
On the political front, Putin and Modi are expected to discuss developments
in Central Asia and the course of relations with China.
In addition to coordinating on international issues on the BRICS agenda,
Which represents an important platform for both sides in the face of increasing Western pressure.
This is the first visit by the Russian president to India in years,
which gives it special importance in the context of current geopolitical changes.
Especially with the continuation of the war in Ukraine and the escalation
of US-China competition in the Indo-Pacific region.
Observers believe that this visit could open the door to
a new phase of strategic cooperation between the two countries.
India’s role as a major international player is being consolidated,
and Russia is being given political and economic breathing room in light of Western sanctions.
