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Prime Minister Modi and President Putin had a productive phone conversation where birthday wishes were exchanged. The leaders discussed ways to strengthen their special strategic partnership between India and Russia. They specifically focused on preparations for Putin's upcoming visit to India for the annual summit in December. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to deepening bilateral ties and acknowledged the stable nature of India-Russia relations.

Key Points: Modi Putin Discuss Strategic Partnership Ahead December Summit

  • Modi extended birthday greetings to Putin during their phone conversation
  • Both leaders reviewed progress on bilateral agenda and cooperation
  • They discussed preparations for Putin's upcoming India visit in December
  • Putin praised India's economic growth and independent foreign policy under Modi
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PM Modi, President Putin discuss strengthening India-Russia strategic partnership ahead of December Summit

PM Modi extends birthday wishes to President Putin as leaders discuss strengthening India-Russia ties and preparations for December annual summit visit.

"Under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India was pursuing a completely independent, sovereign policy - Vladimir Putin"

Moscow, October 8

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin held a telephonic conversation on Tuesday to discuss further strengthening the special and privileged strategic partnership between India and Russia, as well as preparations for President Putin's visit to India in December.

During the call, PM Modi conveyed his best wishes to President Putin for good health and continued success on his 73rd birthday.

The Russian President's Office said in a statement, "In a phone call, Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi offered his best wishes to Vladimir Putin for his birthday. Both sides expressed interest in developing the special and privileged strategic partnership between India and Russia and briefly discussed preparations for the President of Russia's upcoming visit to India, to be made in December this year."

http://en.kremlin.ru/events/president/news/78161

PM Modi spoke with the Russian President to extend warm greetings on his birthday. The two leaders reviewed the progress on the bilateral agenda and reaffirmed their commitment to deepen India-Russia ties further.

"Prime Minister Modi also conveyed that he looks forward to welcoming President Putin to India for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit in December," according to an official statement.

Earlier, on September 27, Russian President Putin had also held a telephone conversation with Prime Minister Modi, reaffirming the strong and time-tested nature of relations between Moscow and New Delhi. The Russian leader shared details of the exchange during a meeting with members of the Russian Government, according to the official Kremlin website.

Putin underlined the stability of Russian-Indian relations, describing them as "based on a national consensus." He also commended India's achievements in governance and economic growth under Modi's leadership.

"Under the leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India was pursuing a completely independent, sovereign policy and, most importantly, was achieving very good results in the economic sphere. India was demonstrating the highest economic growth rates among the world's major economies," Putin said.

The call came shortly after Putin sent a congratulatory telegram to Modi on the occasion of his 75th birthday. In his message, the Russian President emphasised the Indian leader's personal contribution to strengthening bilateral ties, as reported by TV BRICS.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the diplomatic gesture, I hope our government maintains a balanced foreign policy. We must ensure our partnerships don't compromise our relations with other important nations. Still, Russia has been a reliable partner for decades.
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Arjun K
Putin's appreciation for India's economic growth under PM Modi is noteworthy. Russia has been with us through thick and thin - from defense cooperation to supporting us at UN. This partnership is crucial for our national interests.
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Sarah B
As someone working in the energy sector, I see this as very positive. Russian oil imports have helped stabilize our energy costs. Hope the December summit brings more such mutually beneficial agreements.
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Vikram M
The personal rapport between leaders matters in diplomacy. Birthday greetings might seem small, but they strengthen bonds. Russia has always stood by India when others hesitated. Jai Hind!
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Karthik V
I appreciate the continuity in our Russia policy. Whether it's Brahmos missiles or Kudankulam nuclear plant, this partnership delivers tangible benefits to India. Hope the December visit focuses on technology transfer and manufacturing partnerships.

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