National Security Advisor Ajit Doval’s recent trip to Moscow signifies India’s commitment to bolstering its strategic partnership with Russia. The visit focused heavily on strengthening defense and security cooperation between the two nations.
Discussions during the visit covered a wide range of topics, prominently featuring the current complex geopolitical landscape. A key area of discussion was the potential for increased Russian oil supplies to India. This comes at a time of heightened US trade tensions and criticism surrounding India’s energy imports from Russia.
India has consistently maintained that its energy sourcing decisions are driven by the need to protect its national interests, a stance reiterated during these high-level talks. The visit underscored the importance of the India-Russia relationship, particularly in the face of shifting global dynamics and economic pressures.
