Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his residence in Moscow during Modi's two-day official visit to Russia. They engaged in an informal meeting and toured the Presidential house, where Putin even drove Modi around in his electric car. The visit culminates in the 22nd India-Russia Annual Summit between Modi and Putin in Moscow, reflecting the strong diplomatic ties and ongoing cooperation between the two nations. The summit is expected to address various bilateral issues and further strengthen the strategic partnership between India and Russia across multiple sectors.
09 July,2024 11:02 AM IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi plans to visit Russia in July, as reported by Reuters citing Russian state news agency RIA on June 25. During the trip, he is expected to meet President Vladimir Putin. This will be Modi's first visit to Russia since 2019 and notably his first since the Russia-Ukraine war began in 2022. Putin, who recently started his fifth term as Russian President, last met Modi in September 2022 at a summit in Uzbekistan. During that meeting, Modi urged for dialogue to resolve the Ukraine conflict, reiterating India's stance for peace amid the ongoing hostilities.
26 June,2024 11:10 AM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin concluded a brief state visit to Pyongyang on June 19, during which he and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signed a defensive partnership agreement, emphasizing its non-threatening nature. The visit was marked by shared moments, including interactions with dogs and driving, captured extensively by cameras. Their time together underscored a personal rapport amidst diplomatic discussions, showcasing moments of camaraderie against the backdrop of international scrutiny.
20 June,2024 04:05 PM IST
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in North Korea on June 19, marking his first visit in 24 years. The visit aimed to strengthen economic and security relations with the secretive nuclear-armed nation and offer support amid tensions with the United States. Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un exchanged greetings, embracing warmly beside Putin's aircraft upon its landing in Pyongyang around 2:45 a.m., following a stopover in Russia's far east. The leaders later shared a ride in the same limousine and walked together into Putin's hotel, symbolizing a renewed diplomatic engagement between the two nations.
19 June,2024 11:38 AM ISTADVERTISEMENT
