Russian President Vladimir Putin says efforts by the United States to pressure Prime Minister Narendra Modi will not derail India–Russia relations. Speaking with the view that India’s expanding cooperation with the US will not weaken its long-standing ties with Russia, Putin argues that New Delhi maintains its own strategic and economic priorities. He dismisses the idea that external pressure will succeed, citing India’s ongoing strong economic performance.
Putin also projects continued growth in bilateral economic engagement between Russia and India. He says both sides expect a major expansion in trade in the coming years, with the target of reaching $100 billion. The remarks frame the relationship as resilient despite India increasing cooperation with the US. In the accounts provided, both outlets report Putin expressing confidence that Russia will continue to deepen economic ties with India and that US-related initiatives aimed at influencing India’s alignment will not affect that trajectory.
