ThePrint ThePrintAM: WHAT WAS DISCUSSED IN PM MODI-RUSSIAN PRESIDENT PUTIN MEET?
Dec 6, 2025
The podcast dives into key discussions from the recent meeting between PM Modi and President Putin. Economic cooperation through 2030, including joint factories, is on the agenda. They explore free trade agreements and collaboration on fertilizers for food security. Rising India-Russia trade amidst US sanctions is highlighted. Talks on nuclear ties and mobility agreements for student exchanges reveal deeper connections. Additionally, they address peace efforts in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and the introduction of e-visas, along with a new pharma factory.
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Long-Term Economic Program To 2030
- India and Russia agreed an economic cooperation programme through 2030 to diversify and deepen trade and investment ties.
- They plan joint factories in fertilizer and pharmaceutical sectors to boost sustainable bilateral commerce.
Trade Growth Driven By Energy
- Bilateral trade rose to $68 billion last year mainly driven by oil imports since 2022.
- India is seeking greater access for its exports to Russia beyond energy purchases.
Nuclear Collaboration And SMR Offer
- Putin offered collaboration on small modular nuclear reactors up to 300 MW to aid India's clean energy transition.
- Russia is already building six reactors at Kudankulam, showing deep civil-nuclear cooperation.