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India-Russia strategic and economic relations

Overview

Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has articulated a strategic vision for India’s role in a multipolar world, emphasizing the importance of strategic autonomy for middle powers.

Addressing bilateral relations, Jaishankar defended India’s long-standing ties with Russia, noting that Moscow has historically supported India’s security and territorial integrity. He highlighted an evolving multifaceted economic relationship involving energy, space, and trade, including plans to expand Indian exports in sectors such as pharmaceuticals and automobiles.

As Russia’s relations with Europe become a ‘broken, embittered relationship’ due to the war in Ukraine, Jaishankar characterized India as a ‘natural option’ for Moscow. He argued that it is in the interest of global stability for Russia to maintain multiple significant relationships within Asia rather than relying solely on a single partner, such as China. Regarding the conflict in Ukraine, India has signaled a shift toward active engagement through direct dialogue with both Kyiv and Moscow to facilitate diplomacy.

Entities

Russia · S. Jaishankar · India · China · Munich Security Conference

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    India is a ‘natural option’ for Russia amid Asia shift, says Jaishankar

    External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar described India as a ‘natural option’ for Russia as Moscow turns toward Asia following embittered relations with Europe caused by the Ukraine war.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 16 sources
    S. Jaishankar outlines strategic roadmap for middle powers and defends India-Russia ties

    External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar advocated for middle-power cooperation and defended India's ties with Russia, noting direct diplomatic engagement with both Russia and Ukraine to resolve the ongoing war.

Sources

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