Glenn Diesen - Greater Eurasia Podcast M. K. Bhadrakumar: Russia & India Rewrite Global Trade
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Dec 7, 2025 M. K. Bhadrakumar, a former Indian ambassador and geopolitical analyst, delves into the evolving dynamics of Russia-India relations geared towards reshaping global trade. He highlights a historic bilateral meeting prioritizing economic cooperation over geopolitical tensions. Discussion points include ambitious trade targets, labor mobility with Indian workers in Russia, and joint ventures in fertilizer and nuclear energy. Bhadrakumar also emphasizes India's strategic autonomy amid Western pressures and the long-term implications of Russia's economic pivot.
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Economics As The Summit's Core
- Putin prioritized economic ties with India and kept the visit focused on bilateral cooperation.
- The delegation makeup signaled economics as the summit's locomotive rather than foreign-policy theatrics.
Kremlin Talks Framed The Delhi Visit
- Russia's talks with the U.S. preceded Putin's India visit and influenced perceptions of the summit.
- Bhadrakumar sees the U.S.-Russia discussions as part of a larger geopolitical recalibration.
U.S. Strategy Signals Shifting Priorities
- The new U.S. national security strategy referenced Russia and India favorably, suggesting shifting U.S. priorities.
- Bhadrakumar argues this indicates possible softening and a changing geopolitical ground.