Putin-Modi Meet In India! Russian Diplomat Unpacks Game-Changing Trade & Geopolitical Moves At BRICS

Day 1 of the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi kicks off with major diplomatic momentum as Prime Minister Narendra Modi meets Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Against the backdrop of high-stakes global shifts, Russia’s Business Ambassador to India, Olga Kulikova, shares exclusive insights on the future of India-Russia bilateral trade and economic cooperation.  Highlighting a huge market gap, Kulikova urges Indian enterprises to establish a stronger presence in the Russian market, predicting a massive surge in mutual trade volumes driven by cross-border innovations and localized payment frameworks.

She emphasizes that the summit serves as a vital platform to unlock immense energy and business opportunities, giving a much-needed push to bilateral investment.  Addressing India's crucial global role, the discussion explores how New Delhi navigates a complex balancing act across the geopolitical spectrum.

As a vital bridge and mediator between global blocs, India's strategic autonomy remains central to maintaining strong bilateral ties while championing the interests of the Global South.Additionally, Kulikova advocates for stronger support for women-led enterprises within BRICS, noting that women bring emotional depth, resilience, and relationship-driven strength to international commerce.

From trade expansion and currency initiatives to diplomatic balancing and women's entrepreneurship, this session unpacks the defining economic and political narratives of the BRICS Summit.