Thu Dec 10, 2009 MOSCOW - Seeking to take forward the strategic partnership to new heights, Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Dec 7 made it clear that India’s relations with third countries will never be at the cost of “time-tested ties” with Russia.
After a one-on-one meeting with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev at the Kremlin which he described as “very productive”, Manmohan Singh said, “a stronger Russia is important for world peace.”
Both India and Russia have a joint role to play to deal with regional and international issues, including steps for revival of global economy, terrorism and reforms of international institutions, Manmohan Singh said in his opening remarks before the two sides got into delegation-level talks.
Noting that he was visiting Russia for the second time this year, the Prime Minister said this showed the importance attached by India in taking forward the bilateral relations in various spheres.
“Our relations with third countries will never be at the cost of our time-tested relationship with Russia,” he said.
He said Indo-Russia strategic partnership is a “unique” partnership, firmly rooted in mutual interest and confidence and a shared vision of a multi-polar world.
In his remarks, the Russian President said the agreements finalized by the two countries reflected the strategic partnership of a “great variety”.
Medvedev said both at the dinner on Dec 6at the countryside residence and on Dec 7 morning in a formal setting, he had discussed with Manmohan Singh issues relating to enhancing the strategic partnership.
The Russian President noted that Indo-Russian trade has increased by eight per cent despite a global slowdown and said this augmented well for the improvement of bilateral ties in this area. Manmohan Singh shared the sentiments of Medvedev on this issue.
At the private dinner Dec 6 night, Manmohan Singh assured his host that New Delhi still regards Moscow as its most important partner.
Manmohan Singh began his Moscow schedule Dec 7 with the laying of wreath at the Tomb of Unknown Soldier with eternal flame.
Medvedev is also hosting lunch in honor of Manmohan Singh in the ornate Alexander Hall of the Kremlin palace.
During their informal talks last night, Manmohan Singh said: “I want to assure you that relations with Russia are most important and we have no such relations with any other country of the world.
On his part, Medvedev said: “Every visit of the Indian Prime Minister is always a big event.
“It can only be like this because Russia and India are good friends,” Medvedev said.
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After a one-on-one meeting with Russian President Dmitry Medvedev at the Kremlin which he described as “very productive”, Manmohan Singh said, “a stronger Russia is important for world peace.”
Both India and Russia have a joint role to play to deal with regional and international issues, including steps for revival of global economy, terrorism and reforms of international institutions, Manmohan Singh said in his opening remarks before the two sides got into delegation-level talks.
Noting that he was visiting Russia for the second time this year, the Prime Minister said this showed the importance attached by India in taking forward the bilateral relations in various spheres.
“Our relations with third countries will never be at the cost of our time-tested relationship with Russia,” he said.
He said Indo-Russia strategic partnership is a “unique” partnership, firmly rooted in mutual interest and confidence and a shared vision of a multi-polar world.
In his remarks, the Russian President said the agreements finalized by the two countries reflected the strategic partnership of a “great variety”.
Medvedev said both at the dinner on Dec 6at the countryside residence and on Dec 7 morning in a formal setting, he had discussed with Manmohan Singh issues relating to enhancing the strategic partnership.
The Russian President noted that Indo-Russian trade has increased by eight per cent despite a global slowdown and said this augmented well for the improvement of bilateral ties in this area. Manmohan Singh shared the sentiments of Medvedev on this issue.
At the private dinner Dec 6 night, Manmohan Singh assured his host that New Delhi still regards Moscow as its most important partner.
Manmohan Singh began his Moscow schedule Dec 7 with the laying of wreath at the Tomb of Unknown Soldier with eternal flame.
Medvedev is also hosting lunch in honor of Manmohan Singh in the ornate Alexander Hall of the Kremlin palace.
During their informal talks last night, Manmohan Singh said: “I want to assure you that relations with Russia are most important and we have no such relations with any other country of the world.
On his part, Medvedev said: “Every visit of the Indian Prime Minister is always a big event.
“It can only be like this because Russia and India are good friends,” Medvedev said.
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