India strengthening ‘time-tested partnership’ with Russia – Modi

The prime minister has stressed the importance of New Delhi’s ties with Moscow, despite US pressure

India is further strengthening its “time-tested partnership” with Russia, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said at the UP International Trade Show on Thursday, where Russia is a country partner.

The event aims to facilitate business with India’s largest state, Uttar Pradesh (UP), as well as showcase its products.

“This time, the country partner of the trade show is Russia,” Modi said in his address. “That means we are further strengthening a time-tested partnership through this trade show.”

He emphasized India’s self-reliance, or ‘Aatmanirbharta’, using the example of the domestic production of AK-203 rifles.

“Soon, production of AK-203 rifles will begin from a factory set up with Russia’s help,” Modi said. “A defense corridor is also being set up in UP. Production of several weapons, including BrahMos missiles has already started.” 

Modi’s comments come at a time when the South Asian nation faces 50% tariffs for most of its exports to the US. Of the levies, 25% were imposed for India’s continued purchases of Russian oil and weapons.

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