Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Bilateral and multilateral issues will be discussed during the meeting. New announcements are likely, particularly in the defense sector.

Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin is arriving in New Delhi on a two-day visit. Putin will arrive in New Delhi on Thursday evening. He will participate in the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit with PM Modi. He will meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and discuss several important issues. Before his visit to Delhi, Putin made several important remarks regarding India-Russia relations. He also spoke about his relationship with Narendra Modi.

Vladimir Putin gave an interview to India Today before his visit to Delhi. This interview will be broadcast on Thursday evening. Regarding the interview, India Today reported that Putin described the relationship between India and Russia as a relationship of trust. He said that he values ​​personal relations with India more than business. He also expressed his excitement about meeting Narendra Modi.

Purpose of Putin's visit

Russian President Vladimir Putin's two-day visit aims to strengthen the India-Russia strategic and economic partnership. The world is closely watching this visit, especially given the current strain in India's relations with the United States. Consequently, the West is closely watching the meeting between Putin and Modi. Putin will arrive in Delhi on Thursday evening and will return around 9:30 pm on Friday.

During Vladimir Putin's visit, several important agreements are expected to be signed between India and Russia in various areas, particularly trade and defense. Putin is accompanied by a large delegation, including a group of journalists, several key ministers, and experts from various fields. These delegations will hold discussions with Indian officials in their respective fields.

Discussion on air defense

Some major defense agreements are expected to be announced during Putin's visit. Particular attention is focused on fighter jets and the S-400 and S-500 air defense systems. India needs fighter jets to strengthen its air force, and Russian aircraft are options. India has already signed an agreement with Russia for the S-400 air defense system, which could be expanded.