'Relationship Very Steady': EAM S Jaishankar Holds Bilateral Talks With Russian FM Sergey Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed Russia's readiness to support India's military production initiative under the 'Made in India' program. Lavrov and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar discussed steps to expand cooperation, including the North-South International Transport Corridor and the Chennai Vladivostok route. Lavrov emphasized the strategic nature of their cooperation, supporting India's initiative to produce military products and strengthening energy collaboration. Both nations agreed to enhance the legal framework of their relations, accelerate agreements on mutual protection of investment, and explore a free trade area between India and the Eurasian Economic Union. The ties between India and Russia are characterized by mutual respect and confidential nature, forming a special privileged strategic partnership. The leaders affirmed the importance of continued political dialogue to strengthen sustainable relations. The discussions also covered practical cooperation, reflecting the robust and steady nature of the bilateral relationship. Sergey Lavrov and S Jaishankar met during the Indian External Affairs Minister's five-day visit to Russia, where they reiterated the strength and depth of their strategic partnership.

'रिश्ते बहुत मजबूत': विदेश मंत्री एस जयशंकर ने रूसी विदेश मंत्री सर्गेई लावरोव के साथ द्विपक्षीय वार्ता की