India-Russia Foreign Office Consultations: A Step Towards Strengthening Bilateral Ties

The India-Russia Foreign Office Consultations held in Moscow on March 7, 2025, focused on reviewing bilateral relations and global issues, particularly regarding the Ukraine conflict. Led by Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko, the meeting assessed progress stemming from previous summits, including the discussions between leaders Modi and Putin.

The Foreign Office Consultations between India and Russia took place in Moscow on March 7, 2025, focusing on a wide spectrum of bilateral relations along with regional and global challenges. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri led the discussions with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko. This meeting is particularly significant in light of ongoing efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) reported that both nations evaluated the progress on initiatives set during the 22nd Annual Summit in July 2024 and subsequent discussions held in Kazan at the 16th BRICS Summit. At the summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Vladimir Putin deliberated on enhancing cooperation across various sectors, including trade, security, and cultural exchanges.

Prime Minister Modi and President Putin previously convened in Moscow on July 9, 2024, to discuss the diversification of bilateral collaboration in areas such as transport, energy, civil nuclear initiatives, space exploration, and educational engagements. They also convened on October 22, 2024, during the BRICS Summit held in Kazan, Russia.

During his visit, Foreign Secretary Misri engaged with key Russian officials including Maxim Oreshkin (Deputy Chief of Staff), Yury Ushakov (Aide to the President), and Alexey Gruzdev (Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade), to further strengthen ties. Additionally, the consultations reviewed developments since the 25th session of the India-Russia Intergovernmental Commission, which took place in New Delhi in November 2024. The last Foreign Office Consultations were conducted in New Delhi in November 2023.

The recent Foreign Office Consultations reflect strong ongoing efforts between India and Russia to enhance their multifaceted relationship, particularly in response to pressing global issues such as the Ukraine conflict. The dialogues reaffirm commitments made during previous summits and underscore the importance of cooperation in various sectors to foster strategic partnerships. These consultations not only strengthen bilateral ties but also demonstrate a commitment to address regional and global challenges collaboratively.

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