Putin is coming to India in December 2025: Which other Russian presidents visited India, including Putin’s past trips
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Why in news
Prime Minister Narendra Modi invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit India in December 2025 for the Annual Summit to review progress in bilateral projects and strategic partnerships.
Background
The visit is scheduled for December 2025 to mark the Annual Summit between India and Russia. The summit will focus on defense, space, energy, and trade cooperation while reviewing the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.
Facts for Prelims
- PostVladimir Putin: President of Russia
- FactThe visit is scheduled for December 2025
- FactThe summit focuses on defense, space, energy, and trade cooperation
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia in the context of contemporary global geopolitical shifts.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Balancing ties with Russia while navigating Western sanctions and global trade dynamics
- Defense-Space nexus: Leveraging Russian technology for India's space ambitions and maritime security
- Energy security: Strengthening long-term energy cooperation to stabilize India's domestic fuel requirements
Keywords: Strategic Partnership · Bilateral Cooperation · Geopolitical Alignment · Defense Cooperation · Energy Security
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