Beijing: Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin, where the two leaders discussed strengthening bilateral ties across multiple sectors.
Had an excellent meeting with President Putin on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Tianjin. Discussed ways to deepen bilateral cooperation in all sectors, including trade, fertilisers, space, security and culture. We exchanged views on regional and global developments, including… pic.twitter.com/DhTyqOysbf
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) September 1, 2025
In a post on social media, PM Modi described the meeting as “excellent” and said discussions focused on deepening cooperation in areas including trade, fertilizers, space, security, and culture. Both leaders also exchanged views on regional and global developments, with particular attention to the peaceful resolution of the conflict in Ukraine.
PM Modi underlined that the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia continues to serve as a vital pillar of both regional and global stability.
The engagement reflects India’s effort to maintain balanced relations with major global powers while contributing to peace, stability, and multipolar cooperation in the international order.