A crucial phone conversation has occurred between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding the Russia-Ukraine conflict. During the dialogue, Zelensky shared his perspective on recent developments in Ukraine. Concurrently, the Prime Minister assured the Ukrainian President of India’s backing for all peace restoration efforts.
Currently, Prime Minister Modi is on a two-day visit to China. He has arrived in China to attend the SCO Summit. After seven years, Modi has returned to China, and this visit holds substantial significance due to the strain caused by Trump's tariffs on US-India relations.
What did Zelensky and Prime Minister Modi discuss?
The Prime Minister’s Office has released a press statement providing details of the conversation between Zelensky and Prime Minister Modi. The Prime Minister expressed gratitude for Zelensky's insights on the current situation and reiterated support for peacekeeping efforts and resolutions.
Prime Minister Modi assured Zelensky that India is committed to providing every possible assistance towards peace restoration.
Modi and Putin to Meet at the SCO Summit
The phone dialogue between Prime Minister Modi and Zelensky regarding the conflict holds significant importance, as Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin at the SCO Summit. Zelensky initiated the phone call to the Prime Minister.
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During the summit, a separate bilateral meeting between Putin and Prime Minister Modi is planned. Discussions are expected to cover topics such as the Russia-Ukraine conflict, bilateral trade, tariffs, and the energy sector.
The Importance of the SCO Summit
Hosted in China, the SCO Summit is crucial in many ways. With global discontent over U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policy, the gathering of leaders from China, India, and Russia could herald a new direction in global politics.
Like India, China has also strongly opposed Trump's tariff policy, though the tariff imposed on China is lower than that on India.
