Putin arrives in Delhi, Modi tweets in Russian

New Delhi, December 10, 2014

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday arrived in New Delhi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted three tweets in Russian language to welcome the Russian President.

He tweeted: Delighted to welcome President Putin to India. Looking forward to a productive visit that will take India-Russia ties to newer heights.

The bond between the people of Russia & India is very strong. Our nations have stood by each other through thick and thin.

Times have changed, our friendship has not. Now, we want to take this relation to the next level & this visit is a step in that direction.

Kremlin on Russian President’s visit

The President of Russia arrived in India on an official visit on Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi’s invitation.

Russian-Indian talks will be held on December 11. The leaders plan to discuss issues of further strengthening multidimensional cooperation, and look at current issues on the international agenda.

In addition, the President of Russia plans to meet with members of business circles and speak at the opening of the World Diamond Conference.

Many bilateral agreements are expected to be signed as a result of the visit.