Ajit Doval's Moscow visit centers on strengthening the strategic partnership, defense, and security cooperation between India and Russia amid evolving geopolitical dynamics. Discussions will encompass defense collaboration and Russian oil supplies to India. The visit occurs against the backdrop of US trade threats and criticism regarding India's energy imports from Russia, which India defends as safeguarding its national interests.
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