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Russia’s Putin Discusses Bilateral Ties, BRICS with India’s Modi in Phone Call

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets as he leaves after attending the third day of the three-day B20 Summit in New Delhi on August 27, 2023. (AFP)
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets as he leaves after attending the third day of the three-day B20 Summit in New Delhi on August 27, 2023. (AFP)
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Russia’s Putin Discusses Bilateral Ties, BRICS with India’s Modi in Phone Call

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets as he leaves after attending the third day of the three-day B20 Summit in New Delhi on August 27, 2023. (AFP)
India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi greets as he leaves after attending the third day of the three-day B20 Summit in New Delhi on August 27, 2023. (AFP)

Russian President Vladimir Putin discussed bilateral ties including trade, energy and space cooperation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi by phone, the Kremlin said on Monday.

The two leaders also discussed the planned expansion of the BRICS group of emerging economies - comprising India, Russia, China, Brazil and South Africa - as well as a summit of the G20 club of major economies that New Delhi will host next month.

Russia has sought to further strengthen already warm ties with India after its invasion of Ukraine in February 2022 triggered sweeping Western sanctions on Moscow. India is a major buyer of Russian oil.

"Topical issues of Russian-Indian relations, which are progressively developing in the spirit of a particularly privileged strategic partnership, were considered (in the call)," the Kremlin said in a statement.

"The positive dynamics of trade and economic cooperation was affirmed," it added.

Last week Modi and Putin both took part in the BRICS summit in South Africa, though the Russian leader attended only via video link because of an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant for him over alleged war crimes in Ukraine.

The Kremlin, which strongly denies the ICC allegations, has said Putin will also not attend the G20 gathering in India.

Both Russia and India launched lunar probes this month, but only the Indian one landed successfully on the moon while the Russian craft crashed.

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Riyadh to Host Saudi Rail Conference and Exhibition on November 20-21

The conference aligns with SAR's efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy under Saudi Vision 2030 by attracting and localizing cutting-edge railway technologies. (Saudi Arabia Railways)
The conference aligns with SAR's efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy under Saudi Vision 2030 by attracting and localizing cutting-edge railway technologies. (Saudi Arabia Railways)
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Riyadh to Host Saudi Rail Conference and Exhibition on November 20-21

The conference aligns with SAR's efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy under Saudi Vision 2030 by attracting and localizing cutting-edge railway technologies. (Saudi Arabia Railways)
The conference aligns with SAR's efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy under Saudi Vision 2030 by attracting and localizing cutting-edge railway technologies. (Saudi Arabia Railways)

Riyadh is slated to host the inaugural edition of the Saudi Rail Conference and Exhibition on November 20-21, under the patronage of Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Chairman of Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) Saleh Al-Jasser.

The event will highlight the advancements and innovations in the railway sector and gather insights from local and international perspectives.

Al-Jasser emphasized that the event aligns with the transformative developments taking place in the Kingdom's transportation and logistics sector, particularly in the railway industry, and highlighted the substantial support provided by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to the sector.

Al-Jasser underscored the pivotal role railways play in driving the Kingdom's economic and social development by facilitating the movement of people and goods, helping to boost trade and tourism, serving Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, and contributing to reducing emissions by decreasing the number of daily car and truck trips.

He reiterated the Kingdom's commitment to advancing railway infrastructure, enhancing rail network efficiency, and improving user services.

Several national railway projects are underway as part of the Kingdom's strategic vision to strengthen its position as a leading global logistics hub, he went on to say.

SAR CEO Dr. Bashar AlMalik said that by hosting this event, Saudi Arabia reinforces its leading position in the transport and logistics sector, and positions itself as a global hub for railway operators.

The conference, one of the largest events of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa region, will be attended by a large number of industry experts. Over 200 local and international speakers will engage in panel discussions focused on cutting-edge innovations and solutions in the railway sector.

It will feature more than 200 exhibitors, offering a crucial platform for networking and exchange of knowledge among key industry stakeholders.

The conference aligns with SAR's efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy under Saudi Vision 2030 by attracting and localizing cutting-edge railway technologies, solidifying the Kingdom's position as a global logistics hub that collaborates with both domestic and international stakeholders.

SAR's network has expanded to include three intercity lines: the North Railway, the East Railway, and the Haramain High-Speed Railway, inaugurated by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques in 2018.

The network also encompasses key urban lines, including the Mashaer Train (serving pilgrims), the Riyadh Metro, the King Abdulaziz International Airport Railway in Jeddah, and the Princess Noura University Railway. In total, the railway network spans over 5,500 kilometers, demonstrating the Kingdom's commitment to building a comprehensive and interconnected transportation system.