<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:15,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1852}">Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's plane has landed in Kazan, Russia, for his two-day visit to attend the 16th BRICS Summit&nbsp;on Tuesday&nbsp;(Oct&nbsp;22).</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:64,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:69,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:1901}">PM Modi is set to hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and his counterparts from the other BRICS member nations on the sidelines of the summit. This year, Russia holds the chairmanship of the summit that is taking place from October 22 to October 24. The theme for the summit is “Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security”.</p>

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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:385,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2222}">There is also a possibility of a bilateral meeting with the Chinese President as India announced a day earlier that it has reached an agreement with China on patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).</p>

<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:435,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2272}"><strong bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:435,&quot;w&quot;:693,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2272}">Also read |&nbsp;<a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:435,&quot;w&quot;:693,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2272}" href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modis-russia-visit-for-brics-summit-mea-addresses-possibility-of-bilateral-talks-with-chinas-xi-jinping-769457">PM Modi’s Russia visit for BRICS Summit: MEA addresses possibility of bilateral talks with China’s Xi Jinping</a></strong></p>

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— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:448,&quot;y&quot;:675,&quot;w&quot;:100,&quot;h&quot;:14,&quot;abs_x&quot;:481,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2512}" href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1848547527664275940?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 22, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p bis_size="{&quot;x&quot;:8,&quot;y&quot;:925,&quot;w&quot;:723,&quot;h&quot;:34,&quot;abs_x&quot;:41,&quot;abs_y&quot;:2762}">The statement added, “The expansion of BRICS with the addition of new members last year has added to its inclusivity and agenda for the global good.”</p>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's plane has landed in Kazan, Russia, for his two-day visit to attend the 16th BRICS Summit on Tuesday (Oct 22). PM Modi is set to hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and his counterparts from the other BRICS member nations on the sidelines of the summit.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's plane has landed in Kazan, Russia, for his two-day visit to attend the 16th BRICS Summit on Tuesday (Oct 22). PM Modi is set to hold a bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and his counterparts from the other BRICS member nations on the sidelines of the summit. This year, Russia holds the chairmanship of the summit that is taking place from October 22 to October 24. The theme for the summit is “Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security”. #WATCH | PM Narendra Modi leaves from Delhi for Russia to attend the 16th BRICS Summit, being held in Kazan, under the Chairmanship of Russia, themed "Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security," The Prime Minister is also expected to hold bilateral… pic.twitter.com/D0If0sYKc2 — ANI (@ANI) October 22, 2024 × There is also a possibility of a bilateral meeting with the Chinese President as India announced a day earlier that it has reached an agreement with China on patrolling along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Also read | PM Modi’s Russia visit for BRICS Summit: MEA addresses possibility of bilateral talks with China’s Xi Jinping PM Modi announced his departure in a post on X, “Leaving for Kazan, Russia, to take part in the BRICS Summit. India attaches immense importance to BRICS, and I look forward to extensive discussions on a wide range of subjects. I also look forward to meeting various leaders there.” Leaving for Kazan, Russia, to take part in the BRICS Summit. India attaches immense importance to BRICS, and I look forward to extensive discussions on a wide range of subjects. I also look forward to meeting various leaders there.https://t.co/mNUvuJz4ZK — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) October 22, 2024 × “India values the close cooperation within BRICS which has emerged as an important platform for dialogue and discussion on issues concerning the global developmental agenda, reformed multilateralism, climate change, economic cooperation, building resilient supply chains, promoting cultural and people to people connect, among others,” PM Modi said in a statement before his departure. Also read | ‘Trudeau is a joke,’ Indian Opposition stands strong with PM Modi amid Nijjar killing row This visit is Modi’s second visit to Russia in 2024 after he attended the 22nd India-Russia annual summit in July during his trip to Moscow. Modi said his “visit to Kazan will further reinforce the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia”. The statement added, “The expansion of BRICS with the addition of new members last year has added to its inclusivity and agenda for the global good.” This marks the first summit to be held after the grouping was expanded at its last summit in the South African city of Johannesburg in 2023. BRICS comprises Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa and has recently expanded to include Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates this year. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian PM Narendra Modi lands in Russia, will attend 16th BRICS Summit

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits India Business Pavilion at Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok. Watch this video to know more.

PM Modi visits India Business Pavilion at Eastern Economic Forum

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on the sidelines of the India-Russia Summit and Eastern Economic Forum (EEF), held bilaterals with world leaders including Japanese and Malaysian counterparts and the president of Mongolia. Watch this video to know more.

PM Modi discusses trade, Zakir Naik's extradition with Malaysian PM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Thursday, on day 2 of his 36-hour short visit to Russia. The meeting comes after the world leaders interacted at the G-20 Summit in Japan's Osaka and G7 Summit in France's Biarritz. PM Modi will hold bilateral talks with HE Dr Mahathir bin Mohamad, Prime Minister of Malaysia, and President of Mongolia HE Khaltmaagiin Battulga.

PM Modi to meet Malaysian President shortly

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi speaks at the Plenary Session of 5th Eastern Economic Forum, in Vladivostok. PM Modi said, The relation of India & Far East is not new but ages old. India is the 1st country which opened its consulate in Vladivostok.

PM Modi speaks at Eastern Economic Forum

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in the far eastern Russian city of Vladivostok from Wednesday for a 36-hour visit in which he will participate at the Eastern Economic Forum as one of the chief guests and the 20th annual India Russia summit that alternates between both the countries.</p>

<p>In his departure statement, PM Modi said India and Russia, "enjoy excellent relations, based on the strong foundation of our special and Privileged Strategic Partnership" and the "strong partnership is complemented by a desire to promote a multipolar world and the two countries closely cooperate towards this end in regional and multilateral fora."</p>

<p>On the first day, Modi along with Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit ‘Zvezda’ Shipbuilding Plant which makes vessels including icebreakers and oil tankers and ‘Street of the Far East’ exhibition. The first day will also see the annual India-Russia summit with both leaders holding bilateral talks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the second day, Modi will speak at the plenary of the Eastern Economic Forum and attend a judo championship with Putin. A six-member Indian team is in Vladivostok to take part in the championship.</p>

<p>"I look forward to discussing with my friend President Putin the entire gamut of our bilateral partnership as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest.", PM said.</p>

<p>India believes its engagement with Russian far east will help its Indo-pacific engagement and can help in shortage of manpower in that part of Russia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A fiver year road map (2019-2024) will be announced on hydrocarbon cooperation both in terms of purchase and exploration. COAL India and Steel Authority of India are will sign MoUs with there Russian counterpart for export of coking coal and cooperation in the mining sector.</p>

<p>Asked if Kamov Ka-226 or Ka 226 T --Russian utility helicopter contract will be signed, Foreign secretary Vijay Gokhale in a briefing said, "As far as I am aware there will be no announcement regarding any specific agreements that have been reached"</p>

<p>An India-Russia business dialogue will take place and for this a 50-member delegation from FICCI is in the Russian city. 8 to 10 business MoUs will be signed during PM's visit. Previous Eastern Economic Forum, which was started in 2015 has seen high-level political representations by India.&nbsp;</p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in the far eastern Russian city of Vladivostok from Wednesday for a 36-hour visit in which he will participate at the Eastern Economic Forum as one of the chief guests and the 20th annual India Russia summit that alternates between both the countries.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be in the far eastern Russian city of Vladivostok from Wednesday for a 36-hour visit in which he will participate at the Eastern Economic Forum as one of the chief guests and the 20th annual India Russia summit that alternates between both the countries. In his departure statement, PM Modi said India and Russia, "enjoy excellent relations, based on the strong foundation of our special and Privileged Strategic Partnership" and the "strong partnership is complemented by a desire to promote a multipolar world and the two countries closely cooperate towards this end in regional and multilateral fora." On the first day, Modi along with Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit ‘Zvezda’ Shipbuilding Plant which makes vessels including icebreakers and oil tankers and ‘Street of the Far East’ exhibition. The first day will also see the annual India-Russia summit with both leaders holding bilateral talks. On the second day, Modi will speak at the plenary of the Eastern Economic Forum and attend a judo championship with Putin. A six-member Indian team is in Vladivostok to take part in the championship. "I look forward to discussing with my friend President Putin the entire gamut of our bilateral partnership as well as regional and international issues of mutual interest.", PM said. India believes its engagement with Russian far east will help its Indo-pacific engagement and can help in shortage of manpower in that part of Russia. A fiver year road map (2019-2024) will be announced on hydrocarbon cooperation both in terms of purchase and exploration. COAL India and Steel Authority of India are will sign MoUs with there Russian counterpart for export of coking coal and cooperation in the mining sector. Asked if Kamov Ka-226 or Ka 226 T --Russian utility helicopter contract will be signed, Foreign secretary Vijay Gokhale in a briefing said, "As far as I am aware there will be no announcement regarding any specific agreements that have been reached" An India-Russia business dialogue will take place and for this a 50-member delegation from FICCI is in the Russian city. 8 to 10 business MoUs will be signed during PM's visit. Previous Eastern Economic Forum, which was started in 2015 has seen high-level political representations by India.

PM Modi in Russia from Wednesday with focus on 20th India-Russia summit, energy partnership 