New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi departed for Kazan, Russia to attend the 16th BRICS Summit. PM Modi’s visit to Russia will be of of two days, i.e. from October 22nd to October 24th on the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
In his departure statement, OM Said, “I am departing today on a two day visit to Kazan at the invitation of H.E. Mr. Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, to attend the 16th BRICS Summit.”
The release added that India values the close cooperation within BRICS which has emerged as an important platform for dialogue and discussion on issues concerning the global developmental agenda, reformed multilateralism, climate change, economic cooperation, building resilient supply chains, promoting cultural and people-to-people connect, among others.
PM further said that the expansion of BRICS with the addition of new members last year has added to its inclusivity and agenda for the global good.
PM Modi further added, “Building upon the Annual Summit held in July 2024 in Moscow, my visit to Kazan will further reinforce the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia.”