New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Russian President Vladimir Putin for strengthening India–Russia relations, stating that the friendship between the two nations is “deep and enduring.” The leaders addressed a joint press conference at Hyderabad House following the annual summit and bilateral talks.
PM Modi said India welcomes all efforts to resolve the Russia–Ukraine conflict and added that India is willing to support peace initiatives.
The two nations signed eight agreements, including those related to labour, migration, health, and shipping. India also agreed to import more fertilizers from Russia. Both sides reached a consensus on a comprehensive economic cooperation roadmap until 2030 and progressed discussions on a free trade agreement.
Joint production of urea and enhanced cooperation in non-military nuclear energy were also announced.
President Putin thanked India for the warm reception and said that discussions had been productive. He highlighted plans to strengthen ties in defence, security, trade, and economic sectors.
Both leaders reiterated cooperation to complete the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant and collaborate on small nuclear reactors. Putin also announced that a Russian TV channel will begin broadcasting in India starting Friday.
