Prime Minister speaks with the President of the Russian Federation

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with the President of the Russian Federation, H.E. Mr. Vladimir Putin.

2. Prime Minister recalled his successful visit to Russia last month to participate in the 22nd India-Russia Bilateral Summit.

3. The two leaders reviewed progress on a number of bilateral issues and discussed measures to further strengthen the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia.

4. They also exchanged views on a range of regional and global issues of mutual interest.

5. The two leaders exchanged views on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Prime Minister shared insights from his recent visit to Ukraine. He underlined the importance of dialogue and diplomacy as well as sincere and practical engagement between all stakeholders to achieve an abiding and peaceful resolution of the conflict.

6. The two leaders agreed to remain in touch.

New Delhi
August 27, 2024