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DOI: 10.21088/ijops.2454.9371.11125.8

Abstract

This paper examines the strategic importance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Russia and its profound implications for India-Russia relations. With both nations striving to reinforce their historic ties amidst evolving global power dynamics, the visit marked a significant moment in enhancing cooperation across multiple sectors, including defence, energy, trade, and technology. Modi’s discussions with Russian leadership addressed critical areas such as India’s defence modernization, joint energy ventures, and partnerships in space exploration and emerging technologies. The visit also highlighted India’s balancing act between global powers, particularly in light of the changing geopolitical landscape influenced by the Ukraine conflict and growing Indo-US relations. By analysing key agreements and diplomatic engagements, this paper provides insights into how Modi’s visit deepened bilateral ties while positioning India as a pivotal player in global diplomacy. The implications of this visit on future Indo-Russian collaborations and its potential impact on regional stability and multilateral cooperation are also discussed. The recent visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Russia marks a significant milestone in the long-standing India-Russia relationship, characterized by decades of strategic partnership and mutual cooperation. This paper examines the outcomes and implications of Modi’s visit on the bilateral ties between the two nations, with a focus on key areas such as defense, energy, trade, and geopolitics. The visit underscores India’s commitment to diversifying its global partnerships while maintaining its historical ties with Russia amidst shifting global power dynamics.
 

Keywords : 1 Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Government Degree & PG College for Women (A+Autonomous) Begumpet, Hyderabad, Telangana, India. 2 Post-Doctoral Fellow, Department of Political Science, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad, Telangana, India.

Corresponding Author : Kandi Kamala