The decades-long relationship between India and Russia is one of the best examples of true friendship, a friendship that stands firm even in difficult situations. The meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Delhi, as part of the India-Russia Summit, strengthened cooperation between the two nations.

A major agreement reached during the talks allows components of Russian weapons and defence equipment to be manufactured in India under the “Make in India” initiative and exported to other countries. This is expected to bring India significant economic and defence benefits. Putin’s visit has also opened the door to expanding the strong defence and crude oil partnership into other trade sectors.

Memorandums of understanding were signed in areas such

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