India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed the enduring positive relationship between India and Russia, emphasizing mutual care for each other's interests. Dismissing notions of Russia gravitating towards China, Jaishankar urged viewing relationships pragmatically. He highlighted Russia's historical contributions and cooperation with India, asking whether Russia had benefited or hindered India.

Stressing the need to assess relationships from India's perspective, he reaffirmed the positive nature of Indo-Russian ties and the efforts to safeguard each other's interests.

Regarding India's response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Jaishankar noted India's stance on resolving the crisis through diplomacy. On India's future relations with the US post the presidential election, he advocated patience and expressed confidence in maintaining good relations regardless of the US President.

Currently in Singapore on a three-day visit, Jaishankar's remarks underscore India's strategic approach to international relations, prioritizing national interests and diplomatic engagement based on pragmatic assessments.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar expressed the enduring positive relationship between India and Russia, emphasizing mutual care for each other's interests. Dismissing notions of Russia gravitating towards China, Jaishankar urged viewing relationships pragmatically. He highlighted Russia's historical contributions and cooperation with India, asking whether Russia had benefited or hindered India.

Stressing the need to assess relationships from India's perspective, he reaffirmed the positive nature of Indo-Russian ties and the efforts to safeguard each other's interests.

Regarding India's response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Jaishankar noted India's stance on resolving the crisis through diplomacy. On India's future relations with the US post the presidential election, he advocated patience and expressed confidence in maintaining good relations regardless of the US President.

Currently in Singapore on a three-day visit, Jaishankar's remarks underscore India's strategic approach to international relations, prioritizing national interests and diplomatic engagement based on pragmatic assessments.