Modi 'willing to do his utmost' to resolve Russia-Ukraine issue by 'peaceful means,' says Putin
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is «willing to do his utmost» to address the Russia-Ukraine issue through «peaceful means».
Putin's remarks came during a meeting with External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar at the Kremlin on Wednesday.
The EAM is on a Russia visit from December 25 to 29 as a part of the ongoing high-level exchanges between the two sides.
Putin emphasised the positive stance of Prime Minister Modi on complex global developments, including the situation in Ukraine.
«We know the stance of Prime Minister Modi and we mentioned that repeatedly on many occasions. Well, his attitude towards some complex developments, including the flashpoints like...in Ukraine,» he noted.
The Russian President mentioned that he has advised Modi on the developments in Ukraine multiple times and indicated that further discussions on the matter would take place.
«Many times, I advised him of how things have been going there and I know that he (PM Modi) is willing to do his utmost so that the issue is resolved by peaceful means. So, we probably will delve into that deeper now, and we will give additional information to you on that time,» Putin added.
The Russian President also expressed gratitude for the progressing relationship between Russia and India amid global turmoil. «We are gratified to note that despite all the turmoil happening worldwide, the relationship with our true friend in Asia, India has been progressing incrementally,» Putin said.
«We have outpaced the growth rates over the past year. We have surpassed all the growth that we had last year over 9 months only,» Putin said, attributing the growth to trade in oil, refined products, coal, and high-tech
