Archive · 18 Sep 2025
Putin Wishes Modi Happy Birthday, Discusses India-Russia Ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin called Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his birthday to offer his congratulations.
The leaders discussed issues related to their countries' relationship, also known as the bilateral agenda.
Modi expressed gratitude for the birthday wishes received from around the world.
They also talked about the situation in Ukraine.
Modi looks forward to welcoming Putin to India later this year.
Vladimir Putin called PM Modi on his birthday.
The leaders discussed the bilateral agenda.
PM Modi thanked Putin for his wishes.
They also discussed the Ukraine conflict.
Modi is looking forward to an upcoming summit with Putin.
- Who
- Vladimir Putin, Narendra Modi
- What
- Putin congratulated Modi and discussed bilateral agenda and the Ukraine conflict
- When
- September 17, 2025
- Where
- Telephone call
- Why
- To convey birthday wishes and discuss the agenda.
Supporters
Critics
Relationship Assessment
Supporters
The phone call reflects continuous friendly diplomatic ties.
Critics
Deepening relations with Russia might be viewed negatively.
- Event
- Putin's Birthday Greetings to Modi
- Leaders Involved
- Vladimir Putin, Narendra Modi
- Date of Call
- September 17, 2025
- Discussion Points
- Bilateral agenda, Ukraine conflict
- Future Meeting
- Annual Summit later this year
- Modi's Age
- 75
Sources
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