Jaishankar meets Vladimir Putin in Moscow, delivers PM Modi's personal message
24 Aug 2026Updated 22 days ago2 sources
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Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow during his two-day official visit. Jaishankar delivered a personal message from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discussed expanding bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, fertilizers, and nuclear energy. He also highlighted upcoming high-level engagements, including the SCO and BRICS summits, and is scheduled to meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
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What happened
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Russian President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin during his two-day visit to Moscow. He conveyed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's greetings, delivered a personal message, and co-chaired the 27th session of the IRIGC-TEC.
Why it matters
The visit underscores India's resilient strategic and economic partnership with Russia, spanning critical sectors like energy and nuclear cooperation, despite ongoing Western concerns regarding India's bilateral trade with Moscow.
What we know
- Jaishankar visited Russia from August 23 to 24 at the invitation of First Deputy PM Denis Manturov.
- The discussions highlighted significant growth in economic cooperation, including trade, energy, fertilizers, and nuclear affairs.
- PM Modi is looking forward to meeting Putin at the upcoming SCO and BRICS summits, and hosting the annual bilateral summit.
What we don't know
- The specific details or text of the personal message delivered from PM Modi to Vladimir Putin.
- The exact date and venue for the upcoming annual India-Russia bilateral summit.
What's next
Minister Jaishankar is scheduled to meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to exchange views on regional and global developments.
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- ABP Nadu — IndiaJaishankar Met Putin: மாஸ்கோவில் புதினை சந்தித்த வெளியுறவு அமைச்சர் ஜெய்சங்கர்; மோடியின் தனிப்பட்ட செய்தியை வழங்கினார்22 days ago · தமிழ் original
- NDTV — World"Handed Over Personal Message From PM Modi": S Jaishankar Meets Putin In Moscow22 days ago · English original
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