PM Modi meets President Putin in Delhi ahead of BRICS summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Delhi ahead of the BRICS conference. Modi said on X that he was delighted to meet Putin less than two weeks after their meeting in Bishkek.

During the bilateral meeting, Modi and Putin discussed closer trade ties, implementation of the Economic Cooperation Programme 2030, and cooperation in infrastructure, energy, technology, defence, culture and other sectors. Modi noted that India's efforts during its BRICS presidency aim to advance their shared welfare.

Modi highlighted that BRICS is marking its 20th anniversary this year. The grouping, which began with 4 countries in 2006, now comprises 21 nations including BRICS partners. Modi stated that BRICS nations represent 50% of global population, 40% of global GDP and over 25% of global trade.