Strengthening Bilateral Ties: PM Modi's Diplomatic Visit to Russia amidst Global Tensions

Of strong significance in the backdrop of the forthcoming NATO summit in Washington, D.C., and the ongoing violence in Ukraine is the official visit to Russia by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This visit thus reflects how international relations have turned dynamic and the highly unquestionable role assigned to India and Russia in enhancing global stability.

The immense importance that the visit of PM Modi has is evident in no better way than in the awarding of the Order of St Andrew the Apostle the First-Called, which is Russia's highest civilian honor, by President Vladimir Putin. The highest order recognizes PM Modi's outstanding effort at firming up the partnership and friendship between India and Russia.

In his acceptance speech, PM Modi dedicated the order to the people of India and thanked them, saying, "This award is for 1.4 billion Indians and is a matter of immense pride as it symbolizes a vibrant, multifaceted relationship between India and Russia." He remembered the historic relations and how, under President Putin, relations have intensified in the last two and a half decades. Modi also alluded to the fact that peace and stability could be ensured only through constant collaboration, while reinforcing this commitment toward meeting current global challenges.