PM Modi’s just concluded two-day visit to Russia has not only bridged the annual summitry hiatus, but also reinforced the special and privileged strategic partnership

Both leaders highlight the importance of increasing cooperation in the fight against terrorism

India-Russia bilateral trade has grown significantly and stands at double the 2023 target of USD 30 billion

Member states collectively oppose the unilateral build-up of global missile defense systems

We attach great importance to boosting connectivity, Prime Minister Modi says after talks with President Putin

Prime Minister Modi appreciates the Indian community for being a strong pillar of bilateral ties with Russia

This was Prime Minister Modi’s first address to the diaspora after assuming office for a third consecutive term

The 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit will be held in Moscow on July 9, 2024

The Kremlin has already declared the visit as "a very important visit"

The number of such Indian nationals is estimated to be in the region of 30 to 45

Cross-border terrorism requires a decisive response and terrorism financing and recruitment must be effectively countered, PM Modi said

Both Ministers agreed that the prolongation of the current situation in the border areas is not in the interest of either India or China

India's engagement with Central Asian nations has deepened in recent years

Topical issues of regional and international importance are also expected to be discussed

Both sides agree to explore new initiatives to further strengthen people-to-people relations

India became a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation in 2017

Defence cooperation is an important pillar of the India-Russia strategic partnership

Modi conveys India's support for success of upcoming SCO Summit in Kazakhstan

India has strongly taken up the matter with the Russian Ambassador in New Delhi and with the Russian authorities in Moscow, says MEA

For India, the biggest advantage of the SCO is that it provides a platform for the country to connect with Central Asia

The Indian mission in St Petersburg is working with the local authorities to send the mortal remains to their relatives

The number of Indian students in Kyrgyzstan is estimated to be around 15,000

The talks were comprehensive, covering various aspects of the humanitarian and socio-economic challenges faced by Afghanistan

The aim of the exercise is to foster military cooperation and enhance combined capabilities to execute joint operations

The visit is expected to lead to enhanced cooperation in defence technology and joint military training