Jaishankar Meets Russian Counterpart Sergey Lavrov on the Sidelines of 17th BRICS Summit in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro , July 7, 2025 — Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the 17th BRICS Summit in Brazil. The leaders held detailed discussions on advancing the India-Russia strategic partnership, fostering energy and defense cooperation, and addressing pressing global challenges. Both ministers emphasized their nations' commitment to a multipolar world order and greater cooperation within BRICS, SCO, and the G20 platforms. The meeting reaffirmed India and Russia’s alignment on key geopolitical issues and a shared vision for sustainable economic growth and global stability. Highlights of the Meeting: Bilateral Relations: Jaishankar and Lavrov reviewed the progress of key bilateral projects, including defense cooperation and energy partnerships. They expressed satisfaction with the continued growth in India-Russia trade, which has seen a significant boost in recent years. Global and Regional Iss...