EAM and Lavrov meet, hold talks on strategic ties

External affairs minister S Jaishankar met his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the Brics Summit with a focus on strengthening the ties between the two countries.

- Agencies

“Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further developing the special and privileged strategic partnership between the two countries across the entire spectrum of practical cooperation,” an official statement said.

The parties discussed the schedule of upcoming Russian-Indian contacts.

“Good to meet with FM Sergey Lavrov of Russia on the sidelines of #BRICS2025,” Jaishankar posted on X.

Earlier, Russia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs shared a picture of Jaishankar and Lavrov, stating that the two leaders held talks on the sidelines of the BRICS Summit.