Expecting new perspectives, Russian firm Intrud COO says on Putin's India visit
New Delhi, December 5
Elena Velyaeva, Chief Operating Officer of Russian firm Intrud, hoped that new perspectives would come to the fore as the Russian President Vladimir Putin began his two-day visit to India
Velyaeva, while speaking to ANI, noted that India has had close ties with Russia since the time of the erstwhile USSR.
"We are expecting new perspectives and new relations with the business and with education and with manpower as well. So we think that there are very many opportunities and we're like in the very beginning of the way because we have very many relations with the different countries, especially with India and historically we have very many interesting projects before when it was a big country, the USSR, and now we think that we can envelope our new projects and new perspectives," she said.
The Russian Foreign Ministry shared images of Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally welcoming President Vladimir Putin at Delhi Airport, highlighting the warm reception. This gesture underscores the strong diplomatic ties between India and Russia.
PM Modi's decision to meet Russian President Putin at the aircraft ramp was unexpected, and the Russian side had not been informed in advance, the Kremlin told Sputnik.
The Russian Foreign Ministry shared visuals of PM Modi personally welcoming Putin.
In a post on X, the MFA said, "President Vladimir Putin has arrived in India for a two-day state visit. The Russian leader received a warm personal welcome from Prime Minister Narendra Modi."
The visit underscores India's strategic balancing act in global politics, strengthening ties with Russia while navigating relationships with the West. Key discussions may include the Ukraine conflict, Afghanistan, and expanding the India-Russia Strategic Partnership.
Putin, who on his first visit to India in four years was given a traditional welcome with a cultural dance at the airport, following which the two leaders departed in the same vehicle. He will be in India from November 4-5.
— ANI
Reader Comments
The business opportunities mentioned are promising. Collaboration in education and manpower can be a win-win, especially in tech and engineering sectors. Hope this visit leads to concrete projects that create jobs here.
While I understand the historical ties, we must be careful. The world is watching. Our foreign policy should be balanced and not alienate other partners. The Ukraine situation is very sensitive.
The personal touch of receiving him at the aircraft ramp is a big deal in diplomacy. It sends a clear message about the importance India places on this relationship. Good move.
Hope the discussions lead to cheaper oil and gas deals for us common people! 🙠Also, collaboration in space and nuclear energy is something to look forward to. The old USSR projects were groundbreaking.
With respect, I hope the "new perspectives" include a clear stance on peace. As a major global power, India's voice matters. This visit is an opportunity to advocate for dialogue and resolution of conflicts, not just business.
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