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Russia-India Push Financial Integration, Ditch Dollar Amid Sanctions

Russian officials at a forum in Mumbai have called for deeper financial integration between Russia and India, emphasizing the need to move away from the US dollar. Sergey Glazyev highlighted that while trade is returning and shifting to national currencies, markets remain unintegrated, leading to high transaction costs. He proposed direct links between Indian and Moscow exchanges and the adoption of digital currencies to enable efficient, low-cost transactions. The push is framed as a strategic response to Western sanctions and a step toward greater economic security and cooperation.

Key Points: Russia-India Seek Financial Integration, Rupee-Ruble Market

  • Call for rupee-ruble market
  • Shift from dollar to national currencies
  • Digital currencies for cheaper trade
  • Direct integration of stock exchanges
  • Sanctions driving financial realignment
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'Trade flows are returning to India, but markets remain unintegrated': Glazyev calls for Russia-India financial integration

Russian officials call for direct exchange links and digital currencies to bypass the US dollar, as trade shifts to national currencies post-sanctions.

"Trade flows are returning to India. We have important platforms, yet financial markets remain unintegrated because the global system is still dominated by the US dollar. - Sergey Glazyev"

Mumbai, March 20

Gas Machines Group Chairman and President of Birex Investment Company Eduard Grekov has highlighted growing investor interest between Russia and India, calling for stronger economic cooperation between the two countries.

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the Russian-Indian Forum titled "From The Volga to The Ganges" organised by the National Stock Exchange (NSE), Grekov said, "We are building a strategic alliance between Russia and India. Russia has many investors ready to participate in joint projects with India, and many companies willing to welcome Indian investors into their businesses."

On tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, he said, "Escalation is not confined to the Strait of Hormuz but is occurring in many parts of the world, driven by Western thinking. These developments only strengthen the need for integration."

He added, "We must unite our efforts so that our countries can grow, remain secure, and contribute to global prosperity."

Meanwhile, the State Secretary of the Union State of Russia and Belarus, Sergey Glazyev, has called for greater integration between India and Russia in capital markets and payment systems, stressing the need to move beyond the US dollar.

Speaking to ANI on the sidelines of the event, Glazyev said, "Trade flows are returning to India. We have important platforms, yet financial markets remain unintegrated because the global system is still dominated by the US dollar."

He said that sanctions have pushed Russia and Belarus to shift away from dollar-based transactions.

"With sanctions imposed by the US on Russia and Belarus, these countries have largely stopped using the dollar for transactions, shifting instead to national currencies," he said.

He added that trade with India is also moving in this direction, but challenges remain.

"Trade with India also increasingly uses national currencies, but direct international integration is still lacking. As a result, transaction costs remain high due to outdated payment channels," he said.

Glazyev stressed the importance of digital currencies in improving efficiency.

"To address this, we must expand modern systems of trade and payments through digital currencies. India's idea of adopting digital currencies is crucial, as it would enable immediate, reliable, and low-cost transactions," he said.

He also called for direct linkage between exchanges.

"Direct integration between India's exchanges and Moscow's exchanges is also needed to establish a rupee-rouble market without intermediaries. This would reduce transaction costs, improve access for Russian companies to Indian markets, and balance trade flows," he said.

- ANI

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Priya S
While the idea is good, we must proceed with caution. Our economy is strong and we shouldn't rush into systems that might bypass global standards. Let's strengthen our own digital rupee first before deep integration.
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Rohit P
Finally! Moving away from the US dollar is the need of the hour. High transaction costs are hurting businesses. A direct link between NSE and Moscow exchange will be a game-changer for Indian exporters and importers.
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Sarah B
Interesting perspective from Mumbai. As an observer, India's push for digital currency integration could set a precedent for other emerging economies looking to de-dollarize. The "From Volga to Ganges" forum name is quite poetic too.
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Karthik V
Reducing dependency on the dollar is good, but let's be practical. The global financial system is complex. We need to ensure our common citizens and small businesses don't face complications during this transition. The focus should be on seamless technology.
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Meera T
This is about strategic autonomy. For too long, our trade has been at the mercy of Western payment channels. National currencies and digital systems will give India more control. Hope the government fast-tracks this collaboration. 🙏

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