JAISHANKAR LAVROV TALKS
Zelenskyy dials Modi ahead of Abu Dhabi peace talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke to Prime Minister Narendra Modi regarding the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Modi expressed India's willingness to assist in achieving a peaceful resolution and emphasized dialogue and diplomacy. India's past peace proposal included suggestions for a ceasefire and protection of Indian seafarers in the Black Sea. Peace talks involving Russia, Ukraine, and the US are set to occur in Abu Dhabi.
Foreign Minister S Jaishankar conveys to Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov India's concerns over safety of Indian seafarers
India's External Affairs Minister conveyed concerns to Russia regarding seafarer safety. This discussion occurred after four Indian crew members died in a Black Sea attack. The ministers also addressed trade, investment, and energy security issues. India previously summoned Russia's charge d'affaires to express grave concerns. The attack on the merchant vessel was deemed unacceptable and must be avoided.
Russian crude supplies to India have increased, claims Sergey Lavrov
Russia has increased oil supplies to India, according to Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. This comes as a crucial US waiver for purchasing Russian crude is set to expire. Lavrov met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar to discuss energy trade and strengthen the strategic partnership.
India-Russia discuss energy, trade and global tensions as BRICS ministers gather in Delhi
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov for productive talks. They discussed bilateral cooperation in energy and trade. The meeting also covered the West Asia crisis and the Ukraine conflict. India and Russia share an interest in strengthening multipolarity. Other BRICS foreign ministers also arrived for a conclave.
India 'perplexed' at US oil logic: Jaishankar defends energy trade with Russia
External Affairs Minister Jaishankar expressed India's bewilderment at US criticism regarding its energy trade with Russia, emphasizing that India isn't the largest purchaser of Russian oil or gas. He highlighted the ongoing robust defense and military-technical cooperation through joint ventures and technology transfers. Discussions also focused on boosting Indian exports to Russia and addressing trade imbalances.
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Russian FM Sergey Lavrov to meet EAM S Jaishankar in Moscow on August 21
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov is scheduled to meet with Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on August 21, according to Lavrov's ministry. This meeting occurs amidst strengthened relations between Moscow and New Delhi, particularly after the U.S. imposed higher tariffs on Indian imports due to its purchases of Russian oil, highlighting their strategic partnership.
Lavrov-Jaishankar conversation: Russia emphasises on bilateral pacts amid Pakistan’s effort to internationalise issue
Lavrov called for the settlement of disagreements between New Delhi and Islamabad by political and diplomatic means on a bilateral basis in accordance with the provisions of the Simla Agreement of 1972 and the Lahore Declaration of 1999.
India subject to enormous, completely unjustified pressure due to energy ties with Russia: Russian FM Lavrov
Lavrov was responding to a question about Prime Minister Modi's recent visit to Moscow and the opposition faced by India for its energy cooperation with Russia. With Russia presiding over the UN Security Council for the month of July, Lavrov is in New York to chair meetings of the Council being held under Moscow's presidency.
Russia, India closer to joint military equipment production : Minister Lavrov
Russia and India have made progress in talks on joint production of military equipment, according to Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. Lavrov said the cooperation was strategic and would ensure security on the Eurasian continent. Moscow respected India's desire to diversify its military hardware suppliers and was ready to support manufacturing necessary items in India.
India-Russia relations reflect geopolitical realities, strategic convergence and mutual benefit: Jaishankar
On his part, Lavrov said the relations between India and Russia are very long and very good and it's good to see that they're moving on consistently in the present moment. On Tuesday, Jaishankar held a "comprehensive and productive" meeting with Deputy Prime Minister Manturov on the bilateral economic cooperation during which they witnessed the signing of some "very important" agreements related to the construction of the future power-generating units of the Kudankulam nuclear power plant in Tamil Nadu.
Indian and Russian EAMs discuss Modi-Putin meet, burning issues
"Our relations have been very strong, very steady. And I think we have lived up to a special and privileged strategic partnership. This year we have already met six times, and this is our 7th meeting," Jaishankar said, noting that forums like G20, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, Asean and BRICS allowed many more regular contacts.
India, Russia aim to push bilateral trade to $30 billion by year-end
A dynamic growth of bilateral trade turnover was noted, which, by the end of this year, may come close to the goal set by the leaders of the two countries - $30 billion. The bilateral trade has jumped by 310 per cent this year.
S Jaishankar to visit Russia on Nov 7, 8
In the last few months, India has increased the import of discounted crude oil from Russia notwithstanding increasing disquiet over it by several Western powers. Jaishankar and Lavrov have already met four times after the Ukraine conflict began in February. The Russian foreign minister visited India in April during which he held extensive talks with Jaishankar and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
EAM S Jaishankar, Russian FM Sergey Lavrov to hold talks in Moscow on November 8: Russian foreign ministry
"Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov will have talks with External Affairs Minister of India S Jaishankar on November 8 in Moscow," Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said. "The ministers will discuss the current state of bilateral relations and the international agenda," she added.
Foreign minister Jaishankar meets US' Anthony Blinken, Russia's Sergey Lavrov in Bali
With Lavrov, Jaishankar discussed steps to further the bilateral economic and security agenda following last week's call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The two ministers also discussed the Ukraine conflict and the Afghan situation, officials said.
India and Moscow accommodate each other's national interests, says Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov
When asked about Moscow's role in addressing New Delhi's security challenges in the neighborhood, Lavrov said Russia backs India's national interests. "Russia supports India's efforts to make a strong South Asia and its architecture," he said. Lavrov was visiting India after a visit to China, where he attended a meeting on Afghanistan.
PM Narendra Modi meets Sergey Lavrov; expresses willingness to contribute to peace efforts
Lavrov on his part handed over a message to Modi on behalf of President Vladimir Putin. Russia has hailed India's balanced and neutral position on the Ukraine crisis. The Russian Foreign Minister who has been only visiting Foreign Minister to have met Modi during the last couple months briefed the Prime Minister on the situation in Ukraine, including the ongoing peace negotiations, officials informed.
India, Russia highlight need for keeping bilateral economic contacts 'stable, predictable'
Hours before the Russian foreign minister landed in India, US Deputy National Security Adviser Daleep Singh cautioned that there will be consequences for countries actively attempting to "circumvent or backfill" the American sanctions against Moscow.
EAM Jaishankar holds talks with visiting Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov
Lavrov, who is on a two-day official visit to India arrived here on Thursday. This is the first trip of Lavrov to India since Moscow launched a "special military operation" in Ukraine on February 24.
Russian Foreign Minister to visit India close on heels of Wang Yi's trip
Lavrov who has made few trips abroad since Russia invaded Ukraine or what they describe as special military operations in Ukraine on February 24 could travel to India in near future, ET has learnt.
India-Russia partnership steady & strong: Jaishankar
The India-Russia partnership is unique and has remained remarkably steady and strong in a world of rapid geopolitical changes, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said on Monday during bilateral talks with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov.
Russian advice to Pakistan: Resolve South Asian disputes in a civilised manner & based on international law
The comments were made close on the heels of ceasefire arrangement between India and Pakistan along the Line of Control (LOC) and reference to civilised manner and international law were intended to deplore use of terror as a foreign policy tool that is often used by Pakistan against India.
Russia assures India; says no to military alliance with China
The statement on China and stand on Pakistan are significant amid the India-China disengagement process along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and ahead of Russian Foreign Minister’s trip to Islamabad.
Jaishankar conveys to Russian counterpart India's viewpoint on Indo-Pacific
At the joint presser after the talks, Jaishankar said the discussions were warm, comprehensive and productive. "We talked about long-standing partnership in nuclear, space and defence sectors," Jaishankar said.
'No' military alliance with China, says Russian Foreign Minister
Agreeing with India's position on the issue of the military alliance, the Russian Foreign Minister further said that "Our Indian friends have the same position as us. We believe that this (military alliance) is counterproductive and we are interested in inclusive cooperation that is for something and not against something."
Sergey Lavrov's India visit opportunity to share perspectives on China, Afghanistan
Lavrov, fresh from his visit to Beijing, is expected to hold a forward-looking dialogue with his Indian counterpart S Jaishankar on multiple dimensions of the rise of China, ET has learnt.
Russia welcomes India and China's decision to de-escalate tensions
"We are very happy that Moscow has presented a platform to Russia, China and India to have this very productive, fruitful meeting whose goal is to stablise the situation on the border between India and China," Lavrov said while a reporter sought his comments on the India-China roadmap to deescalate tensions along their borders.
Delhi’s Indo-Pacific strategy is not aimed at containment of any power: Foreign Minister
The minister underlined this inclusive focus while delivering a lecture at Valdai Discussion Club, a Moscow-based think tank and discussion forum, on the topic ‘India’s perspective on the Indo-Pacific’.
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