During the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit held in New Delhi on December 5, 2025, Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed deep appreciation for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s proactive diplomatic efforts toward resolving the Ukraine conflict, marking a key moment in their longstanding partnership that coincides with the 25th anniversary of strategic ties. Modi reaffirmed India’s firm stance on the side of peace, not neutrality, while underscoring the need for global stability amid ongoing crises, as both leaders reviewed deep-rooted military-technical cooperation, advancements in high technology, artificial intelligence, and ambitious goals like $100 billion bilateral trade by 2030. Putin highlighted the profound substance of Indo-Russian relations and shared updates on peace negotiations involving partners like the US, reinforcing India’s pivotal role in fostering international dialogue and bilateral growth in defense, energy, and connectivity.