External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on Thursday during his three-day official visit to Russia. The leaders reviewed India-Russia bilateral ties, discussed preparations for the upcoming annual summit, and addressed growing economic cooperation. Jaishankar also co-chaired the 26th session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission (IRIGC-TEC). (Pics/PTI and AFP)
Updated On: 2025-08-21 07:08 PM IST
Compiled by : Tarun Verma
India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is on a three-day visit to Russia. Apart from co-chairing IRIGC-TEC, the External Affairs Minister will address the India-Russia Business Forum meeting in Moscow.
The two leaders reviewed bilateral ties and discussed preparations for the annual summit later this year.
Speaking at the meeting, S Jaishankar said, "Today's meeting gives us an occasion to discuss our political relations as well, and also our bilateral ties."
The talks between S Jaishankar and Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov also took place against the backdrop of expanding economic co-operation between the two countries.
S Jaishankar also participated in the 26th Session of the India-Russia Inter-Governmental Commission for Trade, Economic, Scientific, Technological, and Cultural Co-operation (IRIGC-TEC).
