Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday wished Russian President Vladimir Putin on his 73rd birthday over the phone, and both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the special and privileged strategic partnership between the two countries.

In an official statement, PM Modi said he reviewed the bilateral ties and that he looked forward to welcoming Putin to India for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit, scheduled to be held in December.

"Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephone conversation today with the President of the Russian Federation, HE Mr Vladimir Putin. The Prime Minister warmly congratulated President Putin on his 73rd birthday and conveyed best wishes for good health and success in all his endeavours," the statement said.

"The two leaders reviewed the prog

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