1. Strategic Partnership & Political Dialogue
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Reaffirmation of the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia.
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Agreement to hold the next Annual Bilateral Summit in 2025.
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Commitment to regular high-level dialogue, including meetings of the Inter-Governmental Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technological and Cultural Cooperation (IRIGC-TEC).
2. Defence & Military-Technical Cooperation
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Conclusion of contracts for the joint production and supply of military equipment (e.g., AK-203 rifles, potential agreements on ships, aircraft, or armor).
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Extension of the India-Russia Military-Technical Cooperation Framework for the next decade (e.g., 2025-2035).
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Agreement to deepen joint research, development, and production of advanced defence technologies.
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Commitment to regular tri-service military exercises (INDRA) and enhanced naval cooperation.
3. Trade, Economic & Energy Cooperation
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Announcement of the goal to increase bilateral trade to $100 billion by 2030, with a focus on non-military goods.
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Memorandum of Understanding to promote the use of national currencies (Rupee-Ruble) for trade settlements to circumvent international financial systems.
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Long-term agreements on Russian oil, coal, and LNG supplies to India, ensuring energy security and discounted pricing.
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Joint investments in Russia's Far East by Indian companies in sectors like energy, minerals, and infrastructure.
4. Space, Nuclear & Technology
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Strengthened partnership in space, including potential Indian crew flights on Russian spacecraft, satellite launches, and GLONASS navigation system cooperation.
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Progress on the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (Units 5 & 6) and discussions on new sites for Russian-designed nuclear reactors in India.
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MoUs on collaboration in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and biotechnology.
5. Connectivity & Regional Cooperation
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Support for the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) as a key route for trade between India, Russia, Iran, and Central Asia.
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Agreement on the Chennai-Vladivostok Eastern Maritime Corridor to enhance connectivity and reduce cargo transit time.
6. People-to-People & Cultural Ties
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Announcement of an e-Visa facility for Russian tourists (e.g., 30-day free e-visa, as announced by PM Modi).
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Agreement to increase scholarships and student exchanges.
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Plan to hold a "Year of Cultural Exchange" or reciprocal festivals in 2025-2026.
7. Global & Regional Issues
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Joint commitment to a "multipolar world order" and support for multilateralism through bodies like the UN, BRICS, SCO, and G20.
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Coordinated stance on regional security issues, including Afghanistan and Central Asia.
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Reiteration of respect for UN principles like sovereignty and territorial integrity (language often carefully calibrated by both sides).
8. Specific Agreements & MOUs Signed
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A list of specific signed documents (typically 5-10), such as:
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MoU on Cooperation in Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare.
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Agreement on Cooperation in Science & Higher Education.
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Protocol on Foreign Office Consultations.
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MoU on Cooperation in Geological Research and Mineral Exploration.
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