PM Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin exchange views on evolving situation in Afghanistan
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PM Modi, Russian President Vladimir Putin exchange views on evolving situation in Afghanistan

The two leaders also discussed issues on the bilateral agenda, including India-Russia cooperation against Covid and agreed to continue close consultations on important issues.

   
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PM Narendra Modi with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Vladivostok, Russia | PIB

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, and the two leaders had a detailed discussion on the evolving situation in Afghanistan.

Modi tweeted, “Had a detailed and useful exchange of views with my friend President Putin on recent developments in Afghanistan. We also discussed issues on the bilateral agenda, including India-Russia cooperation against COVID-19. We agreed to continue close consultations on important issues.”

Modi had on Monday spoken to German Chancellor Angela Merkel over the Afghanistan situation and its implications on the region and the world. Both leaders had emphasised the importance of maintaining peace and security.


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