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India and Russia are marking a significant milestone in their relationship with 25 years of strategic partnership. The Ministry of External Affairs emphasized the special nature of this bilateral relationship and commitment to strengthening all areas of cooperation. This celebration comes as both countries finalize plans for President Putin's upcoming visit to India in December. The timing highlights the enduring strength of India-Russia ties despite changing global dynamics.

Key Points: India Russia Mark 25 Years Strategic Partnership MEA Jaiswal

  • MEA celebrates 25th anniversary of India-Russia strategic partnership established in 2000
  • Both countries committed to strengthening trade, economic and defense cooperation
  • Russian President Putin expected to visit India in early December
  • Putin praised PM Modi as wise leader focused on national interests
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India, Russia enjoy special, privileged strategic partnership: MEA on 25 years special partnership

India and Russia celebrate 25 years of special strategic partnership, with MEA highlighting strengthened ties ahead of Putin's upcoming visit to Delhi in December.

"India and Russia enjoy a special and privileged strategic partnership - Randhir Jaiswal"

New Delhi, October 4

Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal hailed the completion of 25 years of the India-Russia strategic partnership on Friday, saying that both countries enjoy a "special, privileged strategic partnership."

While adressing the weekly MEA briefing, Jaiswal stated that "Today is a special day, 3rd of October. On 3rd October 2000, we established the India-Russia Strategic Partnership. Today, we are celebrating 25 years of this special partnership."

"India and Russia enjoy a special and privileged strategic partnership. We look forward to strengthening these ties and want to enhance each and every segment we are working on together, including trade issues, economic issues, investment issues, defence relations, and science and technology," he added.

Further, Jaiswal noted that "both sides are committed," and India looks forward to strengthening our economic ties. We look forward to further building on our ties with Russia."

Jaiswal's comments came as India and Russia are finalising dates for Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to India, which is expected to take place in early December, sources said.

Earlier in the day, Russian Ambassador to India Denis Alipov highlighted the 25th anniversary of the India-Russia strategic partnership.

In a post on X, Alipov said, "On October 3, 2000, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Indian Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee signed the declaration on strategic partnership, which opened a new chapter in bilateral relations. Today we are celebrating the 25th anniversary of this historic declaration."

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is also expected to visit India before President Putin's visit to prepare for the summit and discuss bilateral issues.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (local time) hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, calling him a "wise leader" and stating that PM Modi thinks first about his country, according to Russia Today.

Putin was speaking at the plenary session of the Valdai Discussion Club in Sochi and mentioned that India and Russia both share a "special" relationship.

"People in India do not forget about this and our relations, I believe. Some 15 years ago, we made an announcement about a privileged strategic partnership, and that is the best description. Prime Minister Modi is a very wise leader who thinks first about his country," Putin said, quoted by Russia Today.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While I appreciate the long-standing relationship, I hope we're also diversifying our partnerships. Over-reliance on any single country isn't good for strategic autonomy. Still, 25 years is a significant milestone worth celebrating.
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Arjun K
Russia has stood by India through thick and thin. From defense cooperation to supporting us at UN, this partnership is truly special. Looking forward to Putin's visit and new agreements!
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Sarah B
As someone working in the energy sector, I'm particularly interested in how this partnership can help India secure affordable oil and gas. The economic benefits for common people matter the most.
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Vikram M
Time-tested friendship! Remember how Russia helped us during the 1971 war and continues to be a reliable defense partner. This strategic partnership serves India's national interests well. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳
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Kavya N
Hope this partnership brings more technology transfer and joint ventures in manufacturing. We need to move beyond just buying defense equipment to actually building capabilities here in India.

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