India's government released a statement today, the day after Foreign Minister S Jaishankar met with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov in Moscow, saying that the two countries would talk about both the general international situation in the context of the conflict in Ukraine and specific regional issues.On the conflict between Russia and Ukraine, Mr. Jaishankar stated today, "India firmly reiterates the return to talks."
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| Mr. S.Jaishankar (Minister of External Affairs of India) |
"In terms of the current international climate, the Covid epidemic, financial strains, and trade challenges have all had an impact on the world economy. Additionally, we are currently witnessing the effects of the situation in Ukraine "added Mr. S.Jaishankar.
"Additionally, there are the longer-lasting problems of terrorism and climate change, both of which hinder development and wealth. Our discussions will cover both the general condition on the planet and specific regional issues, "added the foreign minister. At many levels, India and Russia have maintained a strong and ongoing relationship. The most recent meeting between President Vladimir Putin and Prime Minister Narendra Modi took place in Samarkand in September. In the midst of the conflict in Ukraine, India has also been purchasing oil from Russia, much to the dismay of the West, which has broken off trade relations with Russia.
When asked by a reporter about India's likely response to Western efforts to limit the import of Russian oil, Mr. Jaishankar responded that there is undoubtedly tension on the energy markets as a result of a number of things."We need to find affordable supplies since we are the third-largest consumer of oil and gas and because our salaries are not very high, so the link between India and Russia benefits us.
We'll continue it, "said the foreign minister. India and Russia will likely increase commerce significantly, as evidenced by Mr. Jaishankar's visit to Moscow with a sizable delegation from various economic ministries. Additionally, this helps to stabilize Russia's economy and provides cheap petroleum and fertilizer to India. India and Russia will likely increase commerce significantly, as evidenced by Mr. Jaishankar's visit to Moscow with a sizable delegation from various economic ministries. Additionally, this helps to stabilize Russia's economy and provides cheap petroleum and fertilizer to India.
🇮🇳🤝🇷🇺 #Jaishankar: I believe this is the fifth time we are meeting this year. I think that speaks of our long term partnership and the importance that we attach to each other. And I am really glad to be here today in #Moscow to carry forward this dialogue. https://t.co/TTiHjl4q1s pic.twitter.com/0CLMuxnDJM
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