Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov to discuss various aspects of bilateral cooperation, including trade, fertilisers, connectivity, and people-to-people ties. They also acknowledged the progress made in implementing the outcomes of the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit held during President Vladimir Putin’s visit to India last December.
During the meeting, Manturov briefed the Prime Minister on the advancements in trade, economic partnership, fertilisers, connectivity, and people-to-people ties between the two countries. The Prime Minister expressed contentment with the joint efforts aimed at strengthening the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.
Additionally, Manturov had discussions with Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman to enhance trade and investment ties and address mutual concerns. The visit of Manturov to New Delhi encompassed high-level talks covering defence, energy, trade, and other bilateral issues.
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, extended a warm welcome to Manturov, emphasizing his role as the co-chair of the India-Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technological, and Cultural Cooperation. Manturov is scheduled to engage in consultations with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and participate in various bilateral meetings during his visit.
