Prime Ministers Narendra Modi of India and Vladimir Putin of Russia held discussions in New Delhi on Friday, focusing on trade, defense, and energy cooperation. The meeting comes ahead of the BRICS summit, where leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa will convene to discuss economic and strategic matters.
Modi highlighted India's growing role as a global solutions hub, citing over 200,000 registered start-ups and 120 unicorns. The conversation also touched on maritime security and freedom of navigation, which Modi said are vital for global trade. Both leaders expressed interest in deepening defense ties, with reports indicating potential collaboration on military technology and joint exercises.
The BRICS summit, scheduled for the weekend, is expected to focus on economic integration and geopolitical strategy. While no major announcements were made during the meeting, the dialogue signals a continued effort to strengthen Indo-Russian relations. The two leaders are seen as key players in shaping the future of the BRICS bloc.
