India-Russia Hold Foreign Office Consultations

On 30th March 2026, India and Russia held Foreign Office Consultations in New Delhi, reviewing their Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership and discussing key bilateral, regional, and global issues.

Key Points

Scope of Discussions:
- Reviewed full spectrum of bilateral cooperation.
- Exchanged views on regional and global developments.
- Reaffirmed commitment to strengthening strategic partnership.
Recent Engagements:
- 7th UN Consultations focusing on UNSC issues like counter-terrorism and peacekeeping.
- Telephonic talks between S. Jaishankar and Sergey Lavrov on West Asia situation.
High-Level Context:
- Follows visit of Vladimir Putin to India in December 2025.
- Marked 25 years of India-Russia Strategic Partnership.
Future Cooperation Areas:
- Energy and nuclear power.
- Trade and investment.
- Defence and technology.
Significance:
- Reinforces long-standing India-Russia ties.
- Ensures continued coordination on global and regional issues.
- Strengthens multi-sectoral strategic cooperation.