Modi-Putin meet: India and Russia talk trade, defense, and future plans
Russian President Vladimir Putin just visited New Delhi for his first trip to India since the Ukraine conflict began.
He and Prime Minister Narendra Modi focused on big-picture economic ties through 2030—think free trade deals with the Eurasian Economic Union and teaming up on Arctic shipbuilding.
The visit comes while India faces US pressure over buying Russian oil.
What went down: Trade boosts, defense deals, and a personal touch
The leaders talked about expanding trade—Russia will now import Indian potatoes and pomegranates—and deepening defense ties with discussions on S-400 air defense systems, Sukhoi-57 jets, and nuclear cooperation.
Modi even welcomed Putin at the airport and hosted a private dinner, showing their close partnership despite global tensions.
December marks 15 years of their strategic alliance.