Putin says PM Modi ‘constantly raises’ need to end Ukraine conflict
Prime Minister Modi and Putin last met in September on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, where they discussed strengthening trade ties, including the implementation of the Programme for Economic Cooperation 2030, along with cooperation in infrastructure, energy, technology, defence and culture.
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s efforts to seek an end to the Ukraine conflict, saying that he has “good ideas” for achieving a peaceful resolution. “Prime Minister Narendra Modi is one of those world leaders who, despite our very good and even friendly relations, personal good relations, constantly raises the question and asks the question about putting an end to the conflict in Ukraine,” Putin said. Asked about the issue at the Valdai Club forum, Putin said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been actively working to find mutually acceptable solutions to the Ukraine conflict. And we are thankful to the Prime Minister for his ideas,” Putin said. I reiterated India’s principled and consistent stand and encouraged dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the conflict,” the Prime Minister said during an interview with Japanese news outlet ‘The Yomiuri Shimbun’ while on a visit to the country in August. Responding to a question on India’s role in peace efforts between the two countries, Prime Minister Modi said, “I have already indicated India’s willingness to support meaningful efforts aimed at achieving a peaceful resolution of the conflict.
“He has an avid interest and very good ideas aimed at finding mutually acceptable solutions. In that sense, naturally, the Prime Minister takes a neutral position but with an interest in the end of the conflict. I think it’s my duty to say that directly. “India has maintained a principled and humanitarian stance on the conflict which is equally appreciated by both President Putin and President Zelenskyy. In line with this, both the leaders spoke to me to share their perspectives on the developments related to the conflict. I believe, by virtue of our good relations with both sides, including key stakeholders, we can strengthen efforts dedicated to the restoration of an early and lasting peace in Ukraine. “