Putin Visits India to Strengthen Economic and Defense Ties
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Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in India for talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This is his first visit since Russia's war in Ukraine began. The leaders aim to strengthen economic and defense ties between their nations.
Key topics include defense cooperation, oil sales, and addressing their trade imbalance. India continues to buy Russian oil and military equipment despite Western sanctions on Russia.
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