PM Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin discuss cooperation in areas of energy, trade

New Delhi, 16/12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday reviewed bilateral cooperation in areas of energy, trade and defence and security during a telephonic conversation.

 

 

In the context of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, Modi reiterated to Putin his call for dialogue and diplomacy as the only way forward, officials said.

 

They said the prime minister briefed the Russian president on India’s ongoing Presidency of G-20 and highlighted its key priorities.

 

“Following up on their meeting in Samarkand on the sidelines of the SCO summit, the two leaders reviewed several aspects of the bilateral relationship, including energy cooperation, trade and investments, defence and security cooperation, and other key areas,” said an official.