Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday reiterated to Russian President Vladimir Putin that India is ready to provide any possible assistance in the future to resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. "We are in regular contact regarding the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine. As I have said before, we believe that problems should be resolved peacefully.
We fully support the earliest possible establishment of peace and stability. In all our efforts, we give priority to humanity, and we are ready to provide any possible assistance in the future," said PM Modi in his opening remarks at the bilateral meeting with Putin at the Governor's Palace in Kazan. The meeting took place just a few hours after PM Modi landed in the Russian city to participate in the 16th BRICS Summit, at the invitation of the Russian President.
Thanking Putin for his friendship, warm and welcoming hospitality, PM Modi cited India's deep historical ties with "beautiful" Kazan, emphasising that after the opening of the Consulate General of India in the city, the relations between the two countries will become even stronger. "This is my second visit to Russia in the last three months, and it demonstrates the close coordination and strong friendship between our countries. In July, in Moscow, we held a bilateral summit.
And thanks to our discussions, our cooperation in all areas has strengthened," said Prime Minister Modi. The Prime Minister also lauded Putin and Russia for successfully leading the BRICS.