Russia is India's 'tried and tested real friend': Swaraj

October 20, 2015 19:14

India and Russia today discussed key regional and bilateral issues including defence, civil nuclear cooperation and trade ties as External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj described Russia as India's "tried and tested" partner and a "real friend".

Swaraj and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, during their meeting, talked about the Russian government's joint venture to manufacture almost 200 Kamov 226T helicopters in India that will give a big boost to government's flagship programme of "Make in India".

Swaraj also raised the issue of liberalisation of visa regime for Indian tourists and businessmen during the talks which lasted for over an hour, according to External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Vikas Swarup.

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