New Delhi, April 3, KNT: Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov met India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in New Delhi during his official visit, underscoring continued high-level engagement between the two countries.
The meeting forms part of a broader series of interactions aimed at strengthening strategic and economic cooperation between India and Russia amid evolving global geopolitical dynamics.
The talks are significant as both countries continue to maintain close coordination on defence, trade and regional security, even as international alignments shift.
Manturov, who is on an official visit to India, also held meetings with senior Indian leadership, reflecting the depth of bilateral ties and ongoing dialogue at multiple levels.
Officials said the interaction between Manturov and Doval focused on key areas of mutual interest, including strategic cooperation and security-related issues, although detailed readouts were not immediately available.
“The meeting reflects the continued momentum in India–Russia relations,” an official familiar with the developments said.
India and Russia share a long-standing partnership spanning defence, energy and economic sectors, with both sides regularly engaging through high-level visits and institutional mechanisms.
The current engagement comes at a time of heightened global tensions, with both countries maintaining communication channels to address regional and international developments.
Analysts note that such meetings signal continuity in ties despite shifting geopolitical landscapes and evolving global alliances.
The visit also highlights efforts by both sides to sustain cooperation in critical sectors while exploring avenues for further collaboration. [KNT]
