India-russia relations: a historical and contemporary analysis
Abstract
India and Russia share a deep-rooted and multi-faceted relationship, which has evolved over several decades. Beginning in the early Cold War era, the relationship has expanded across multiple sectors, including defense, energy, trade, and global diplomacy. This paper provides a detailed exploration of the historical foundations, key milestones, and contemporary challenges that shape India-Russia relations today, with a focus on their strategic, economic, and diplomatic engagements.
Keywords:
India-Russia relations, defense cooperation, strategic partnership, energy security, global diplomacy
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21. Singh, V. (2022). Economic Diplomacy in India-Russia Relations: Trade and Connectivity. ORF Occasional Paper.
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Kambala, Y. J. (2024). India-russia relations: a historical and contemporary analysis. The Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, 4(3), 14-20. https://doi.org/10.37022/tjmdr.v4i3.637
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