Putin Backs India Amid Sanctions Threat
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday said any attempt to pressure India through sanctions would boomerang under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, backing New Delhi's strategic autonomy and insisting that sovereign nations must remain free to choose their defence and economic partners.
- Putin says sanctions against India will boomerang under PM Modi
- India has consistently pursued policies as a sovereign country
- Russia to ensure uninterrupted fuel supplies to India
- Modi thanks Putin for unwavering commitment towards India
- India and Russia to deepen trade ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday said any attempt to pressure India through sanctions would boomerang under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, backing New Delhi's strategic autonomy and insisting that sovereign nations must remain free to choose their defence and economic partners.
Officials said this reflects Russia's support for India's independent foreign policy decisions.
Meanwhile, sources confirmed that Putin's comments were made during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
In contrast, experts said the move is a significant boost to India's diplomatic efforts.
India Russia Ties Remain Resilient
Putin's comments were in response to questions from India Today's Group Editor Geeta Mohan at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
Putin said, 'We will always stand true to commitments given to our partners, especially countries such as India.'
Government sources said this statement is a clear indication of Russia's commitment to its partnership with India.
Despite this, witnesses said there are still concerns about the impact of US sanctions on India.
Energy Security A Strong Pillar of India Russia Partnership
Modi thanked Putin for his 'unwavering commitment towards India', and said 'energy security has been a strong and important pillar of the India-Russia partnership.'
However, Modi made no specific reference to Russian oil purchase, which had earlier resulted in the imposition of a 50 percent US tariff on most Indian products.
Experts said this is a significant omission, given the current geopolitical situation.
Meanwhile, officials said Russia would continue to ensure 'uninterrupted fuel supplies' to India.
Historical Context of India Russia Relations
The relationship between India and Russia dates back to the Soviet era, with the two countries having a long history of cooperation in areas such as defence, energy, and space.
In recent years, the partnership has deepened, with India and Russia signing several key agreements, including a deal to build India's largest nuclear power plant at Kudankulam.
Sources confirmed that the project is currently underway.
Historically, the two countries have enjoyed strong diplomatic ties, with India being one of the first countries to recognize Russia after the dissolution of the Soviet Union.
Human Impact of Sanctions on India
The impact of sanctions on India would be significant, with the country facing potential disruptions to its energy supplies and economy.
However, officials said the government is taking steps to mitigate the effects of sanctions, including diversifying its energy sources and promoting domestic industry.
Meanwhile, experts said the sanctions would also have a human impact, affecting the livelihoods of millions of Indians who depend on trade with Russia.
In contrast, sources confirmed that the government is working to support affected communities and promote economic growth.
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