Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday spoke to Russian President Vladimir Putin and the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the India-Russia strategic partnership.

Modi congratulated Putin on his 73rd birthday.

In the phone conversation, Modi and Putin reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the India-Russia ties, sources said.

Modi conveyed to Putin that he looked forward to welcoming him in India for the India-Russia annual summit.

The two leaders also reviewed the progress of the bilateral agenda that includes trade, investment and military ties.

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