NB Viewpoint | Putin praises PM Modi! Instills trust saying "New Delhi won't play 'games' with us"

Moscow, Jan 27: Russian President Vladimir Putin heaped praises on Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership and credited India for pursuing an 'independent' foreign policy which is not easy in today's world. He was interacting with university students in Kaliningrad Region on the occasion of 'Russian Student Day'.

“"India has one of the highest rates of economic development and growth in the world, and that too is due to the leadership qualities of incumbent Prime Minister. It was during his leadership that India reached such a pace" - Vladimir Putin, Russian President”

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He further said that Russia can rely on India and its leadership because it is assured that New Delhi won't play 'games' against them at the international stage. "India is pursuing an independent foreign policy, which is not easy in today's world. But, India with a population of 1.5 billion has the right to do so. And under the leadership of the Prime Minister, that right is being realized. This is not just statement, it is important from the point of organizing joint work because it gives us the opportunity to forecast the actions of our partners in medium and long terms," Putin said. He added,

“"This is important in practical work. Can we rely on a country and its leadership to cooperate or will it take decisions that do not even correspond to its national interest. With India, such games don't exist" - Vladimir Putin, Russian President”

"Despite all pressure, India and PM Modi are following an independent foreign policy keeping in mind its own national interest".

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Russian President Putin also lauded India's 'Make in India' initiative and said that Russia is one of the highest investors in the country and is further looking forward to make huge investments there. He also spoke about India's diverse culture and the popularity of Indian movies in Russia.

“"India has made huge steps in development, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. His campaign 'Make in India' has been heard by many including Russia. And we are trying with our Indian friends to bring to life all these plans...the largest foreign investment in India has come from Russia. USD 23 billion was invested by our company Roseneft, acquisition of an oil refinery, a network of gas stations, a port and so on" - Vladimir Putin, Russian President”

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"India is a great culture. It's diverse and colourful. Russia is probably the few places around the world where Indian movies are broadcast on national television," the Russian President added.