Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russia's Deputy Prime Minister recently discussed enhancing bilateral trade and energy cooperation between India and Russia. The meeting focused on expanding ties in energy, oil, gas, and trade sectors, with both countries exploring opportunities to strengthen their economic partnerships.

Russia remains a key partner in energy supplies, and the discussions highlighted the growing need for deeper collaboration on oil and gas projects. India, with its expanding energy needs, has been keen to diversify its sources, with Russia offering critical resources. The partnership is also seen as significant in terms of securing energy security for India.

Both leaders also explored ways to increase bilateral trade, which has seen growth in recent years despite global challenges. They emphasized the importance of enhancing cooperation in other areas such as technology, defense, and infrastructure. With Russia being a major energy supplier, the talks also aimed at increasing energy imports from Russia to India, helping meet the country’s rising energy demands.

The discussions came amid a broader push by both nations to strengthen economic ties and explore new areas of collaboration. With strategic interests aligning in several sectors, the partnership holds the potential for long-term economic growth for both India and Russia.

This high-level dialogue reflects the evolving strategic partnership between the two nations, demonstrating their mutual commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation for shared prosperity and security.