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PM Modi also congratulated Putin on the upcoming 80th anniversary of Russia’s Victory Day. (File Photo)
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet in New Delhi by the end of the year; however, the dates are yet to be finalised, news agency Reuters reported, quoting the Russian embassy in India Wednesday. The announcement comes at a time when geopolitical tensions continue to rise, with the United States imposing tariffs on Indian goods in a bid to increase pressure on Russia over its actions in Ukraine.
Accusing the US of double standards, Russian deputy chief of mission Babushkin said, “Sanctions are hitting those who are imposing them, disrespecting national interests. Pressure on India not to buy Russian oil is unjustified. We are confident India-Russia energy cooperation will continue notwithstanding external pressure.”
“If Indian goods cannot go to the US market, they can head to Russia, and India matters very much to Russia,” Babushkin said, calling the sanctions unjustified. He also asserted that Russia understands the challenging circumstances for India and is committed to removing them.
He emphasised that Russia values its strategic partnership with India, and is committed to supporting New Delhi during challenging circumstances. “If Indian goods cannot go to the US market, they can head to Russia, and India matters very much to Russia,” Babushkin said, adding that the current sanctions were “unjustified”.
Babushkin further stated that India understands the current global energy supply situation, saying, “India understands there is no chance to change supplies right now, and the profit is very high for India.”
Despite the ongoing pressures and shifting dynamics, Babushkin noted that India and Russia have “always managed to find ways to work in our interests despite issues”.
“Mechanisms are in place to continue oil supplies to India,” he assured, adding that both countries are working to remove further barriers to trade in order to strengthen economic cooperation.
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The Russian Embassy also underlined the strategic significance of India-Russia-China relations. “Engagements between Russia, China, and India, are important for regional security,” he said hoping for a trilateral will happen with India and China sooner rather than later.”
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