Russian President Vladimir Putin lauded the "brotherly" and "trust-based" India-Russia relationship at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum. He highlighted India's talent in coding and technology, emphasizing Russia's commitment to its partners, including military and technical cooperation. Putin noted India's sovereign approach to choosing products and its national interests.

Putin praises India as a reliable ally, asserting its independent foreign policy amidst Western interference in Russia-India relations.

Putin says US pressure on India over Russia ties is ineffective, praises PM Modi's leadership, and backs stronger India-Russia trade and cooperation.