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India, Russia Review Strategic Partnership, Plan High-Level Engagements

India and Russia held Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi, co-chaired by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko. The discussions reviewed the entire range of the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between the two nations. Key agenda items included planning the schedule for future high-level engagements and exchanging views on regional and international matters. Following the consultations, Rudenko also met with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to discuss advancing bilateral cooperation.

Key Points: India-Russia Foreign Office Consultations Held in New Delhi

  • Reviewed full spectrum of bilateral ties
  • Discussed schedule of upcoming high-level contacts
  • Covered regional and global issues
  • Co-chaired by top diplomats
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India, Russia hold Foreign Office Consultations, discuss on "schedule of upcoming contacts", bilateral ties

India and Russia reviewed their Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership and discussed upcoming high-level contacts during Foreign Office Consultations.

"Good to meet Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko of Russia. Spoke about further advancement of our wide-ranging cooperation. - S Jaishankar"

New Delhi, March 31

India and Russia on Monday held Foreign Office Consultations in the national capital, during which both sides reviewed the full spectrum of bilateral ties under their Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership and also discussed the schedule of upcoming engagements between the two countries.

According to a post on X by the Ministry of External Affairs, the consultations were co-chaired by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko.

The discussions covered a wide range of issues, including bilateral cooperation as well as regional and global developments of mutual interest, and reviewed the entire gamut of India-Russia relations.

"India-Russia Foreign Office Consultations, co-chaired by Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko, were held in New Delhi today. Both sides reviewed the full spectrum of Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership and shared perspectives on bilateral, regional and global issues of mutual interest," the MEA's post read.

According to a statement from the Embassy of Russia in India, the discussions also included key items on the bilateral agenda, notably the schedule of upcoming high-level contacts.

"On March 30, in New Delhi, Russia's Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko held consultations with Vikram Misri, Foreign Secretary, India's Ministry of External Affairs. The parties discussed a wide range of issues on the bilateral agenda, including the schedule of upcoming contacts, as well as exchanged views on regional and international matters," the statement read.

Following the meeting, the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister also met with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar.

Sharing details of the meeting on X, the EAM said that he had a "good" meeting with Rudenko.

"Good to meet Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko of Russia. Spoke about further advancement of our wide-ranging cooperation. As well as regional and global developments," the post read.

The Russian side also noted that Rudenko was received by EAM Jaishankar during his visit, underscoring the continued high-level engagement between the two countries.

- ANI

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Priyanka N
While maintaining ties is important, I hope our diplomats are also firmly conveying our concerns and independent stance on global issues. Our foreign policy should first and foremost serve Indian interests, not just manage old friendships.
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Aman W
Good move. We need to keep the channels open with all major powers. The "Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership" wording itself shows how unique this bond is. Hope the upcoming engagements focus on trade in rupees and more student exchanges.
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Sarah B
As an expat in Delhi, it's fascinating to watch India's diplomatic balancing act. This seems like standard relationship maintenance, but the timing is always key. The mention of "regional developments" is probably the most significant part.
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Vikram M
Solid, predictable diplomacy. Russia is important for our energy security and defence spare parts. Jaishankar and team are doing a good job navigating complex geopolitics. The schedule of upcoming contacts means more high-level visits are planned, which is positive.
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Kriti O
Hope they discussed easier visas and more cultural exchanges! The people-to-people connection between our countries is strong but could be stronger. Also, cheaper travel options would be great 🙏

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